Blueberry Mojito

5 from 1 vote

This simple blueberry mojito is a fresh and fruity take on the classic mojito recipe and will be one of your new favorite cocktails. The homemade blueberry ginger simple syrup, mint, fresh lime juice, and ginger create a zesty, vibrant, refreshing cocktail.

Prep Time20

Cook Time3

Total Time23

Servings:

Author: Molly Thompson

Ingredients

Blueberry Simple Syrup

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup granulated sugar, maple syrup, or honey
1-inch knot fresh ginger optional
1/2 cup fresh blueberries (Note 1 Frozen)

Blueberry Mojitos

15-20 fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup blueberry simple syrup (above)
4 ounces white rum (silver rum)
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
Club soda, soda water, or ginger beer to top
Fresh limes, mint sprig, fresh basil, and/or blueberries to garnish

Instructions

Bring the water, granulated sugar, blueberries and ginger to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved and the blueberries begin to burst. You can use spoon to mix and smash the berries. The simple syrup will turn a dark blue/purple color.
Strain the simple syrup through a fine mesh seive into a measuring cup to remove blueberry pieces and ginger. Allow to cool slightly in the refrigerator until you're ready to make the cocktails.
Add the mint leaves and fresh blueberries to a cocktail shaker or glass jar with a lid. Use a cocktail muddler or end of a wooden spoon to press the blueberries and mint to release the juices and mint oils.
Pour in the simple syrup, rum, and lime juice. Close the lid and shake really well to combine the cocktail.
Add ice (I like crushed ice) to the bottom of two glasses. Pour the blueberry mojitos over ice. Top with ginger beer or club soda and garnish with a lime slice, mint spring, and more fresh blueberries.

Notes

Note 1. Frozen Blueberries. You can use frozen blueberries in this recipe instead of fresh. Do not thaw. Just add them to the saucepan from frozen.

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