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Cranberry Mojito

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  • Author: Jake
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes (not including time for cranberry syrup)
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes (for cranberry syrup)
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Beverages, Cocktails
  • Method: Muddling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Cranberry Mojito is a festive take on the classic mojito cocktail, blending the tartness of cranberries with fresh mint, lime, and a splash of sparkling soda. It’s a refreshing and colorful drink that’s perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • For the Cranberry Simple Syrup:
    • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup sugar
  • For the Mojito:
    • 8-10 fresh mint leaves
    • 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
    • 1 oz cranberry simple syrup
    • 1 oz fresh lime juice
    • 2 oz white rum
    • 2 oz cranberry juice
    • Ice cubes
    • Sparkling water or club soda, to top
    • Fresh cranberries and mint sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

Ingredients

  • For the Cranberry Simple Syrup:
    • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup sugar
  • For the Mojito:
    • 8-10 fresh mint leaves
    • 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
    • 1 oz cranberry simple syrup
    • 1 oz fresh lime juice
    • 2 oz white rum
    • 2 oz cranberry juice
    • Ice cubes
    • Sparkling water or club soda, to top
    • Fresh cranberries and mint sprigs, for garnish

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the cranberry simple syrup in advance and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
  • Non-Alcoholic Version: Substitute rum with extra cranberry juice or sparkling water for a mocktail version.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 10mg