Refreshing and Tangy Blackberry Mojito Recipe

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Refreshing and Tangy Blackberry Mojito Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 15, 2024

Indulge in the delightful blend of fresh blackberries, zesty lime, and cooling mint with this Blackberry Mojito recipe. This cocktail is perfect for hot summer days or any time you need a refreshing drink. The combination of fruity sweetness and citrus tang creates a truly satisfying and vibrant flavor. Enjoy the beautiful purple hue of this cocktail, garnished with a sprig of mint and a few blackberries. Easy to make and even easier to savor, this Blackberry Mojito will become your go-to drink for relaxing and unwinding.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh blackberries
  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 ounces white rum
  • 4 ounces club soda
  • Crushed ice
  • Mint sprigs and blackberries for garnish

Directions

  1. In a cocktail shaker or a sturdy glass, muddle the blackberries, mint leaves, and sugar until well combined and the blackberries are crushed.
  2. Add the lime juice and white rum to the muddled mixture, then fill the shaker or glass with crushed ice.
  3. Secure the shaker or cover the glass with a lid and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds, or until the mixture is well chilled and blended.
  4. Fill a tall glass with more crushed ice and strain the mixture from the shaker or glass into the prepared glass.
  5. Top off the glass with club soda and gently stir to combine.
  6. Garnish the drink with a sprig of mint and a few blackberries. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Interesting Facts

  • Mojitos are believed to have originated in Cuba in the 16th century and were initially known as 'El Draque,' named after Francis Drake.
  • The traditional Mojito recipe consists of white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint leaves.
  • Blackberries are rich in antioxidants and provide a beautiful color and natural sweetness to the cocktail.