Sesame Free Classic Strawberry Mojito
Fresh strawberries and bright lime juice come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The muddled mint releases its oils right into the fruit, creating that signature mojito fragrance before you even take a sip. A quick homemade simple syrup pulls everything together with just the right touch of sweetness — and the leftover syrup keeps in the fridge for up to two weeks, ready for your next round. Sparkling water gives it that effervescent lift without any store-bought mixer, so you know exactly what's going into your glass. This is the kind of cocktail that looks impressive on a patio table but comes together with minimal effort and zero fuss. Naturally free from sesame in every single ingredient, it's a genuinely worry-free pour for anyone navigating that allergy at gatherings or backyard parties.
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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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