Cashew Free Classic Blackberry Mojito

Total time15 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

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Fresh blackberries and bright mint come together in a cocktail that looks as stunning as it tastes — deep purple hues swirling through a fizzy, citrus-forward drink that feels like summer in a glass. The muddling step is where the magic happens: pressing the berries and bruising the mint releases bold, fragrant juice that forms the backbone of every sip. A quick homemade simple syrup keeps things balanced, letting you control the sweetness without relying on any store-bought mixers that might carry unexpected additives. White rum and fresh lime juice round everything out with a clean, punchy finish that never feels heavy. Topping each glass with sparkling water adds just the right amount of effervescence, and a final garnish of mint, lime wheels, and extra blackberries makes it genuinely beautiful to serve. This is the kind of drink that impresses guests without demanding much from the person making it — just a muddler, a saucepan, and a handful of fresh ingredients.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the simple syrup

¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup water

For the cocktail

12 fresh blackberries
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)
4 fresh blackberries (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes.
2
Divide the 12 blackberries and 16 mint leaves evenly between the two highball glasses. Using a muddler, press and twist firmly 6–8 times until the blackberries are fully crushed and the mint is bruised and fragrant — you should see deep purple juice coating the bottom of each glass.

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