Blueberries are a fabulous ingredient to use as a flavor base for mixed drinks, and they pair particularly well with fresh herbs like the basil and mint in this easy recipe.
They aren’t the only fruit you could use to make this drink though. Strawberries, blackberries and honeydew melon would be equally tasty and refreshing.
If you’re hosting a summer party think about offering a variety of fresh fruits and letting your guests choose their favorite.
Blueberry Basil Mojito
Our Blueberry Basil Mojito is an easy and refreshing twist on the standard version of this popular cocktail.
Ingredients
- 8 large blueberries, plus more for garnish
- 3 basil leaves, plus more for garnish
- 3 mint leaves
- 1-1/2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1-1/2 ounces rum
- 3/4 ounce [simple syrup]
- Club soda
Instructions
- Place the blueberries in the bottom of a cocktail shaker and top with the basil and mint leaves. Muddle gently.
- Add the lime juice, rum and simple syrup and shake vigorously.
- Strain into an ice-filled highball glass and top with club soda.
- Garnish with skewered blueberries and a sprig of basil.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Blueberry Basil Mojito
Amount per Serving
Calories
165
% Daily Value*
Sodium
15
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
10
g
3
%
Fiber
3
g
13
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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