Carrageenan Free Classic Strawberry Mojito
Fresh strawberries, bright lime, and fragrant mint come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. Many store-bought cocktail mixers and flavored sparkling waters sneak in additives and thickeners that can be hard to spot on a label, so making this one from scratch puts you fully in control of every ingredient. The homemade simple syrup takes just a few minutes on the stovetop, and the rest is all muddling, pouring, and enjoying. Bruising the mint alongside the strawberries releases an incredible aroma that you simply cannot get from a bottled mix. The sparkling water adds a clean, effervescent lift without any hidden stabilizers or gums. Garnished with a lime wheel and a fresh berry on the rim, this drink looks as good as it tastes — impressive enough for guests, easy enough for a quiet evening at home.
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2 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
For the mojito
- 8 medium fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 16 fresh mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
- 3 oz fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 3 oz white rum
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 2 fresh strawberries, halved, for garnish (optional)
- 2 lime wheels, for garnish (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 the heat and let cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes. You will have about 1/3 cup simple syrup; use 2 tbsp for this recipe and refrigerate the rest for up to 2 weeks.
- 2
Divide the hulled strawberries and mint leaves evenly between the two tall glasses. Add 1 tbsp of the simple syrup to each glass, then muddle firmly until the strawberries are fully broken down and the mint is bruised and fragrant, about 10–12 presses.
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