Raspberry Mint Mojito
This easy raspberry mojito recipe is fresh, light, and full of flavor. Made with muddled raspberries, mint, lime juice, white rum, and topped with club soda or seltzer water, it's one of the best refreshing cocktails for a hot summer day, backyard BBQ, or relaxing on the patio.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 177kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon mint simple syrup (or simple syrup or agave, adjust to taste)
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1-2 ounces white rum or silver rum (such as Havana Club)
- ½ cup club soda or seltzer water (or lemon lime soda for a sweeter drink)
- 1-2 cups ice cubes
- lime wedges or slices of lime for garnish
- extra raspberries and mint for garnish
Instructions
- Add the mint leaves and simple syrup (or agave) to a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker. Use a muddler (or the back of a spoon) to gently press the mint and release the oils.
- Add the fresh raspberries and muddle again until they break down and release their juice. The mixture should look slightly pulpy.
- Pour in the fresh lime juice and white rum (1-2 shots depending on preference).
- Add a handful of ice cubes and stir or shake for about 10 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice, or pour everything in if you prefer a more textured drink.
- Top with club soda or seltzer water and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with lime wedges, slices of lime, fresh mint, and raspberries. Serve immediately and enjoy. Cheers!
Notes
- Muddling. Use a muddler or spoon and press gently; over-muddling mint can make it bitter.
- Sweetness. Adjust the simple syrup or agave depending on how sweet you like your drink. If using lemon lime soda, reduce the sweetener slightly.
- Rum. White rum or silver rum works best. Havana Club is a great option for a clean, classic mojito flavor.
- Make a pitcher. This recipe easily scales up for guests. Multiply ingredients by 4-6 and mix everything except the soda water in a pitcher. Add ice and soda water just before serving to keep it fizzy.
- Variations. Swap raspberries for blueberries, mango, or strawberries.
- Mocktail option. Skip the rum and add extra club soda, seltzer water, or lemon lime soda.
- Storage. Best served fresh. Prep ingredients ahead, but add soda right before serving to keep it fizzy.
Nutrition
Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1mg
