Strawberry Mojito Recipe

side view of a strawberry mojito in a highball glass on a white plate topped with mint sprigs and a strawberry.

Course: drink/cocktail

Cuisine: American, Cuban

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings: drink

Calories: 161kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

Sweet, fruity and so refreshing - this Strawberry Mojito is such a fun twist on the classic Cuban cocktail. Easy to make, it's the perfect companion to any summer party!

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Ingredients

¼ cup sliced strawberries about 2 large strawberries
4 large fresh mint leaves
2 ounces white rum
1 teaspoon granulated sugar or to taste
Club soda enough to fill the glass

Instructions

Place the strawberries, mint, rum, and sugar in a highball glass. Muddle until the strawberries have released their juices and the sugar has dissolved-- about 30 seconds.
¼ cup sliced strawberries, 4 large fresh mint leaves, 2 ounces white rum, 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
Top with club soda and garnish with fresh mint and a sliced strawberry.
Club soda
Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Although I always recommend using fresh strawberries, you can use frozen in a pinch.
Do not use dried mint, though. The mint must be fresh!
You can swap the mint for fresh basil or even rosemary if you're looking to get adventurous.
You can replace the white rum with coconut rum for a fun tropical flavor, or use vodka, gin, or tequila!
Feel free to use 1½ teaspoons of simple syrup in place of the sugar if you have it on hand.
If you don’t have a muddler, use the back of a large wooden spoon.
Don't over-muddle the mint, as it can become bitter and turn an ugly brown color.
If you find your mojito is too sweet, add lime juice or a splash of Angostura bitters.
Feel free to add a dark rum floater to your mojito for a deeper, sweeter taste.

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