Gluten Free Classic Blackberry Mojito
Fresh blackberries and bright mint come together in a cocktail that looks as stunning as it tastes — deep purple swirls bleeding through crushed ice, with a citrusy, herbaceous kick that makes it impossible to put down. The good news for anyone navigating a gluten-free lifestyle is that this drink is naturally in the clear: white rum, fresh lime juice, sparkling water, and a quick homemade simple syrup are all you need, with zero grain-based ingredients to worry about. Making your own syrup takes just a few minutes on the stovetop, and it means you're in full control of what goes into your glass — no store-bought mixers with questionable additives. Muddling the blackberries and mint directly in the glass is the move that sets this apart, releasing that gorgeous jewel-toned juice and a wave of fragrance before you've even taken a sip. A gentle stir after topping with sparkling water keeps the bubbles lively and lifts all that muddled fruit up through the ice. Garnished with a lime wheel and a few extra berries on the rim, it's the kind of drink that earns compliments at any gathering without requiring any complicated technique.
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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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