Pistachio Free Blueberry Mojito
Fresh blueberries and bright mint come together in a cocktail that feels like summer in a glass. The muddling step is where the magic happens — crushing the berries and bruising the mint releases a vivid purple hue and an aroma that makes the whole drink feel alive before you even take a sip. A quick homemade simple syrup keeps things balanced, letting the tartness of fresh lime juice and the clean kick of white rum shine through without anything tasting overly sweet. Sparkling water gives it that classic effervescent lift, and the garnish of a mint sprig and lime wheel makes it look genuinely impressive with almost zero extra effort. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so you can mix these up for a crowd without a second thought about what's in the glass. It's the kind of cocktail that disappears fast, so you might want to double the batch right from the start.
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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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