Turkey Free Classic Strawberry Mojito
Fresh strawberries, bright lime juice, and fragrant mint come together in a cocktail 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 a vivid, fruity aroma that store-bought mixes simply can't replicate. A splash of white rum and chilled sparkling water round everything out with just the right amount of fizz and kick. The quick simple syrup takes only a few minutes on the stovetop, and any leftovers keep in the fridge for up to two weeks, ready for your next round. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of any poultry-derived additives or hidden animal proteins, so there's zero label-reading stress involved. Serve it immediately over ice with a mint sprig and a lime wheel on the rim for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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