High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Strawberry Mojito
So many bottled cocktail mixers and flavored syrups are loaded with high fructose corn syrup, which makes a drink like this feel like a real treat — because you know exactly what went into it. The simple syrup here is made from scratch with just granulated sugar and water, so there's no mystery sweetener hiding in your glass. Fresh strawberries get muddled right in the glass alongside bright mint leaves, creating a naturally vibrant base that smells incredible before you've even added the rum. A generous pour of fresh lime juice keeps everything tart and lively, while chilled sparkling water gives it that satisfying fizz without any sweetened soda shortcuts. The result is a gorgeous, ruby-red drink that looks like something from a rooftop bar but comes together in your own kitchen with simple, clean ingredients. Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime wheel on the rim and it's honestly hard not to feel a little fancy.
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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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