Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Classic Strawberry Mojito
Fresh strawberries and bright mint come together in a drink that feels like summer in a glass — vibrant, refreshing, and genuinely beautiful to look at. Managing eosinophilic esophagitis often means scrutinizing every ingredient list for common triggers, and cocktails or mocktails at restaurants can be a minefield of mystery syrups and additives. This recipe keeps things clean and transparent, using only whole fruit, fresh herbs, lime juice, a simple homemade syrup, and sparkling water, so you know exactly what's going into every sip. Making the simple syrup yourself takes just a few minutes on the stovetop and means no store-bought syrups with hidden flavorings or preservatives to worry about. Muddling the strawberries and mint together releases their natural oils and juices, building real depth of flavor without any shortcuts. The result is a gorgeous, layered drink that's as satisfying to make as it is to drink — and it comes together fast enough to serve at a moment's notice.
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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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