Meyer Lemon Lavender Mojitos
Mojitos aren't just for limes anymore! Meyer lemons and lavender paired with traditional mint create a light, refreshing Mojito that is unexpected and tastes deliciously of spring.
Servings 1
Calories 143kcal
Ingredients
- 5 fresh Spearmint Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Confectioner's Sugar
- Juice of half a Meyer Lemon*
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Culinary Lavender (available in bulk spice section of grocery stores or in spice shops)
- 2 ounces Light Rum
- Club Soda to fill
Instructions
- In a quart Mason jar or a shaker, combine the spearmint leaves, confectioner's sugar, Meyer lemon juice and lavender. Muddle completely. Strain into a Collins glass.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Pour rum over the ice and fill with Club Soda. Garnish with lavender sprig, mint sprig and/or a Meyer lemon slice and serve.
Notes
*TIP: microwaving citrus fruit on high for 10 seconds before juicing will release more juice!
Nutrition
Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 2mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 215IU | Vitamin C: 1.6mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.3mg