Chicken Free Blueberry Mojito

Total time10 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

4.7

(18)

Fresh blueberries and bright mint come together in a cocktail that looks stunning and tastes even better — sweet, citrusy, and just a little herbaceous in all the right ways. The homemade simple syrup takes only a couple of minutes on the stovetop and makes a noticeable difference compared to anything from a bottle, giving you clean sweetness without any artificial aftertaste. Muddling the blueberries directly in the glass releases their deep, jammy color and flavor, turning the whole drink a gorgeous violet-purple before you've even added the rum. A generous squeeze of fresh lime juice keeps everything balanced and lively, while the sparkling water at the end adds that satisfying fizz that makes a mojito feel so refreshing. This is the kind of drink you bring out at a summer gathering and watch disappear in minutes — it's naturally free of any meat-based ingredients, so every guest at the table can reach for one without a second thought.

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Ingredients

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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