Alpha Gal Friendly Blueberry Mojito
Fresh blueberries muddled with mint, bright lime juice, white rum, and a fizz of sparkling water — this cocktail is the kind of drink that makes a warm evening feel like a proper occasion. Every ingredient here is plant- or cane-based, so there's no hidden mammal-derived anything to stress over, which can be a real relief when you're navigating a condition that makes so many packaged and processed products feel like a minefield. Making your own simple syrup from just sugar and water takes about two minutes and means you're in full control of what goes into the glass. The muddling step is where the magic happens — crushing the blueberries and bruising the mint releases deep, jammy color and an herbal fragrance that no store-bought mixer can replicate. A generous pour of sparkling water at the end keeps things light and effervescent without any mystery additives. Serve it in a tall glass with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint, and it looks like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a rooftop bar.
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2 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
For the cocktail
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 16 fresh mint leaves, plus 2 sprigs for garnish
- 3 oz fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 3 oz white rum
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup sparkling water
For serving
- 2 lime wheels (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature before using.
- 2
Divide the blueberries and mint leaves evenly between the two highball glasses. Muddle firmly until the blueberries are fully crushed and the mint is bruised and fragrant, about 8–10 presses.
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