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    Home » Recipes » Cocktails » Strawberry Mojito recipe with a twist!

    LAST UPDATED: July 21, 2021 • FIRST PUBLISHED: May 28, 2021 By Toni Dash 33 Comments

    Strawberry Mojito recipe with a twist!

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    Strawberry Mojitos are a thirst quenching twist on the well-loved classic cocktail. This version uses lemon rum and key lime juice for a refreshing sipper. Mocktail version included!

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    If you are looking for a cocktail to take the heat out of the steamiest of days, look no further than these Strawberry Mojitos.

    Sweet strawberries make this a perfect drink especially during the summer months.

    Full of fresh ingredients the deliver big delicious flavor.

    If you are already a classic mojito lover try Blueberry Mojitos and Watermelon Mojitos too!

    What is a Mojito?

    Mojitos are a refreshing classic Cuban cocktail. The traditional version combines white rum, mint, sugar, lime juice and club soda.

    It’s served in a tall glass with lots of ice.

    Strawberry Mojitos

    Don’t let strawberry season pass by without making this refreshing cocktail!

    It’s a fun twist on the classic mojito recipe great on a hot summer day.

    Fresh lime juice (we used key lime), the best rum (we used lemon), sprig of mint and bubbly club soda make this fresh strawberry mojito and

    Lemon rum gives a bright sunny flavor. Key lime juice adds a tropical twist.

    strawberry mojitos from above

    Recipe Ingredients + Notes

    Fresh Mint leaves. I use spearmint leaves but any fresh mint works!

    Extra fine sugar. Using extra fine sugar makes it easier to dissolve the sugar when muddling the ingredients and shaking the cocktail.

    Fresh strawberries. Use large strawberries that are fully ripened for best flavor. If the strawberries don’t have much flavor additional sugar may be necessary.

    Key lime juice. Use fresh juice from 2-3 key limes. Key limes are smaller than Persian limes (common limes) and have a distinct tangy flavor.

    Key limes can be very small (about an inch in diameter). I would suggest using the juice of 1-2 limes, tasting the cocktail when mixed and adding more lime juice should your taste feel it’s needed.

    Fresh juice from regular limes can also be substituted. Use 1 large lime.

    Lemon rum. We picked lemon rum to heighten the flavor of the strawberries. White rum or light rum can be substituted if desired.

    Club soda. This will be used ‘to fill’ the glass after the cocktail is strained in over the ice. It adds a refreshing fizz to the mojito.

    What is muddling?

    It is basically smashing the ingredients to break them down and release the natural flavors.

    A muddler is a stick with either a rounded end or with a plastic end with a textured surface. They can be wood or metal.

    It’s definitely a cocktail tool every mixologist needs.

    How to make Strawberry Mojitos – Step-by-Step

    STEP 1. Muddle ingredients

    Combine the sugar and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker or quart Mason jar (photo 1).

    Add the strawberries and lime juice. Muddle strawberries and lime juice to break down the berries (photos 2-3).

    strawberry mojitos recipe steps 1-3

    STEP 2. Shake vigorously

    Add the lemon rum and a handful of ice. Shake vigorously.

    STEP. 3 Strain and fill

    Strain into a 16 ounce glass with fresh ice. Fill with club soda and serve.

    Additional sliced strawberries and/or lime slices can be added to the cocktail before serving.

    To strain or not to strain?

    Some people enjoy NOT straining out the muddled ingredients. If so, no problem?

    The entire cocktail can be muddled in the serving glass. Follow the muddling directions below using the serving glass.

    Instead of shaking the cocktail stir in the rum, add ice and fill with club soda.

    The ingredients infuse as the cocktail is sipped and is delicious!

    Strawberry Mojito Mocktail!

    Follow the instructions up until adding the rum. Add the club soda or lemon-lime soda instead (skip the club soda).

    strawberry mojitos and cocktail shaker

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    Strawberry Mojitos

    The classic refreshing cocktail is changed up with fresh strawberries, key lime juice and citrus rum!
    5 from 23 votes
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    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 cocktail
    Calories: 205kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 15 spearmint leaves
    • 1 tablespoon extra fine sugar
    • 2 large ripe strawberries
    • Juice of 2-3 key limes*
    • 2 ounces lemon rum I used Bacardi Limon
    • 6 ounces club soda
    • ice

    Instructions

    • In a cocktail shaker or quart Mason jar muddle the sugar and mint leaves.
    • Add the strawberries and lime juice; muddle to completely break down the berries.
    • Add the citrus rum and a large handful of ice. Shake vigorously.
    • Strain into a 16-ounce glass with fresh ice. Fill with club soda.

    Notes

    *the key limes I used were very small (about an inch in diameter).  I would suggest using the juice of 1-2 limes, tasting the cocktail when mixed and adding more lime juice should your taste feel it’s warranted.
    +muddling is combining ingredients, usually sugar and herbs, in the bottom of a glass and mashing together with a wooden cylinder used for this purpose.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 637IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?Mention @boulderlocavore or tag #boulderlocavore!

    Originally published: June 30, 2011

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    1. Jessica Formicola says

      June 01, 2021 at 5:38 am

      5 stars
      I love a good mojito, but this strawberry key lime version is out of this world! I love the flavors and it’s so refreshing!

      Reply
    2. Jamie says

      May 28, 2021 at 12:47 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a gorgeous color and perfect for strawberry season!

      Reply
    3. Leslie says

      May 28, 2021 at 12:33 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent Strawberry Mojito Recipe!

      Reply
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