Description
Cool holiday spirits rise with this festive Christmas Mojito, blending mint, rum, and seasonal cheer into one delightful cocktail. Sparkling cranberry notes and a hint of cinnamon invite you to celebrate the merry season with a refreshing twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Alcohol
- 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) white rum
Fruits and Juices
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) cranberry juice
Sweeteners and Herbs
- 0.5 ounces (15 milliliters) simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
Garnish and Mixer
- Ice
- Club soda (to top)
Instructions
- Crush mint leaves in a glass using a muddler or spoon back, extracting their aromatic essence and releasing natural oils.
- Pour lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup into the glass, gently mixing the liquid components to create a harmonious base.
- Completely fill the glass with chilled ice cubes, then cascade club soda over the mixture, creating an effervescent layer.
- Thoroughly stir the drink to ensure all ingredients are well-integrated and evenly distributed.
- Artfully garnish the cocktail with plump fresh cranberries, a zesty lime wheel, and a vibrant mint sprig to enhance visual appeal and add festive flair.
- Immediately present the chilled beverage and raise a toast to celebrate the holiday spirit.
Notes
- Swap mint leaves with fresh rosemary for a unique winter herb twist that adds unexpected depth to the holiday cocktail.
- Create a sugar-free version by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener instead of simple syrup, perfect for low-carb diet enthusiasts.
- Boost festive flavor by briefly freezing cranberries before garnishing, which prevents immediate melting and maintains drink temperature longer.
- Replace rum with non-alcoholic white spirit or sparkling water for a family-friendly mocktail that everyone can enjoy during celebrations.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 52 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg