Cherry Mojito
Experience the refreshing burst of summer with this Cherry Mojito recipe! This vibrant cocktail combines sweet cherries, aromatic mint, and zesty lime for a delightful drink that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a garden party or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this cherry mojito will transport you to sunny days filled with laughter and joy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz fresh lime juice (about half a lime)
- 2 tsp granulated sugar (or simple syrup to taste)
- 1 cup soda water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Wash the cherries and mint leaves. Pit the cherries.
- In a sturdy glass, muddle the cherries, mint leaves, and sugar together until juicy.
- Add lime juice and stir to combine.
- Fill the glass halfway with ice cubes, then pour soda water on top.
- Stir gently to mix flavors without losing fizz.
- Garnish with extra cherries and mint leaves as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (250g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a non-alcoholic version, replace rum with more soda water. Feel free to add other fruits like strawberries for variations. Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing sugar or syrup.