Seed Oil Free Blueberry Mojito
Fresh blueberries, bright lime, and fragrant mint come together in a cocktail that feels like summer in a glass. Every ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like — no mystery oils, no processed syrups from a bottle, just a quick homemade simple syrup made with sugar and water that takes about two minutes on the stove. That matters more than it might seem, because plenty of store-bought cocktail mixers and flavored syrups sneak in seed oils or oil-derived additives you'd never expect in a drink. Muddling the blueberries and mint directly in the glass releases real color and flavor without any shortcuts, giving you that deep purple hue and herbaceous aroma naturally. The white rum, fresh-squeezed lime juice, and sparkling water round everything out into something genuinely refreshing and clean. It's the kind of drink you can mix up for a crowd without second-guessing a single thing on the ingredient list.
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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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