Xanthan Gum Free Blueberry Mojito

Total time10 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

4.7

(18)

Fresh blueberries, bright lime, and fragrant 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 deep, vivid color and layers of flavor that no bottled mixer can replicate. A quick homemade simple syrup made from just sugar and water keeps everything clean and naturally sweetened, with zero additives or stabilizers to worry about. For anyone navigating thickener sensitivities, cocktails and mocktail mixes can be surprisingly tricky territory, but every single ingredient here is straightforward and whole. White rum, fresh lime juice, and a splash of sparkling water round out the drink with a crisp, effervescent finish that feels genuinely refreshing. It comes together in minutes and looks stunning in a highball glass with a mint sprig and lime wheel on top — the kind of drink you'd happily serve at a dinner party or sip solo on a warm evening.

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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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