Description
A festive twist on the classic mojito, blending tropical coconut and refreshing mint with a hint of holiday cheer, perfect for any Christmas gathering.
Ingredients
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- For the rim:
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- For the drink:
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 oz light rum
- 1 oz coconut rum
- 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
- Crushed ice
- Club soda (for topping)
- Sugared cranberries and fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Rim glasses: Dip the rim of each glass into lime juice, then into sugar to coat.
- Muddle the mint: In a shaker, muddle mint leaves with simple syrup to release their aroma.
- Mix the drink: Add lime juice, both rums, and coconut milk. Shake well with ice.
- Assemble: Fill glasses with crushed ice, pour the mixture, and top with club soda.
- Garnish: Add sugared cranberries and fresh mint for a festive touch.
Notes
- Substitute pomegranate arils for garnishing if cranberries aren’t available.
- For a mocktail version, omit the rum and increase club soda.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 179
- Sugar: ~10g
- Sodium: ~5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg