Rice Free Classic Strawberry Mojito
Fresh strawberries and bright mint come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The muddling step is where the magic happens — pressing the berries and mint together with a little homemade simple syrup releases an intensely fragrant, ruby-red base that no store-bought mix can replicate. A generous pour of white rum and a hit of fresh lime juice give it that classic cocktail backbone, while chilled sparkling water lifts everything into something refreshing and effervescent. This recipe is naturally free of any grain-based ingredients, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess — just clean, vibrant flavors from start to finish. The quick simple syrup takes only a few minutes on the stove and keeps in the fridge for two weeks, meaning you're always one muddle away from a great cocktail. Garnish with a lime wheel and a few extra berries on the rim and it looks as stunning as it tastes.
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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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