Dairy 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 stunning and tastes even better — deep purple, citrusy, and just sweet enough to keep you coming back for another sip. The homemade simple syrup takes only a few minutes on the stove and makes a real difference compared to anything bottled, giving you full control over the sweetness level. Muddling the blackberries and mint directly in the glass releases that gorgeous jewel-toned juice and fills the room with an herby, fruity aroma before you've even taken a sip. A generous pour of white rum and fresh-squeezed lime juice keeps things lively, while sparkling water adds a gentle fizz that lifts the whole drink without overwhelming the fruit. This one is naturally free of any dairy — no cream, no butter, no hidden milk solids — so it's an effortless choice for anyone avoiding those ingredients without any substitutions required. Garnished with a lime wheel and a few extra blackberries on the rim, it's the kind of drink that looks like it came from a craft cocktail bar but comes together right in your own kitchen.

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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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