Xanthan Gum Free Classic Blackberry Mojito

Total time15 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

Xanthan Gum Free Classic Blackberry Mojito

Fresh blackberries and bright lime juice make this mojito one of those drinks that looks like it came from a fancy cocktail bar but comes together in minutes at home. The deep purple color alone is enough to make everyone at the table ask what you're making. A quick homemade simple syrup — just sugar and water — keeps things clean and lets you control the sweetness without reaching for any store-bought syrups that might contain unwanted additives or thickeners. Muddling the blackberries and mint together is where the magic happens, releasing that gorgeous jewel-toned juice and a wave of herbal fragrance that sets the whole drink up perfectly. Sparkling water adds the classic fizz at the end, and a gentle stir keeps those bubbles lively all the way to the first sip. It's naturally free of any gums or stabilizers because every single ingredient is exactly what it sounds like — fruit, herbs, citrus, rum, and a little sparkle.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the simple syrup

¼ cup granulated sugar
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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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