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Blueberry Mojito

This blueberry mojito is bright, minty, and lightly fizzy, with fresh berries muddled right into the glass. It is a simple warm-weather cocktail that feels special without needing any bar tools beyond a muddler or wooden

Total time
10 min
Yield
2 cocktails
Difficulty
Easy

Prep 10mCook 0mCuban-inspiredDrinks

A classic mojito is a Cuban cocktail made with mint, lime, sugar, rum, and soda water. This version adds fresh blueberries for color, gentle sweetness, and a juicy berry flavor that plays well with the lime.

The method is simple: muddle, shake or stir, then top with bubbles. Muddling means pressing ingredients to release their juices and oils. Be gentle with the mint so it tastes fresh, not grassy or bitter.

This recipe makes two tall drinks. It is easy to scale up for a small gathering, and you can make the blueberry-lime base a little ahead so the cocktails come together quickly.

01What you'll need

Ingredients

8 items · 2 cocktails

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, plus extra for garnish
  • 16 fresh mint leaves, plus extra sprigs for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, from about 2 limes
  • 4 ounces white rum
  • 1 cup chilled club soda, or as needed
  • Ice cubes
  • 2 lime wheels or wedges, for garnish

02How to make it

Step-by-step

  1. 1. Rinse the berries

    Rinse the blueberries under cool water and pat them dry. Pick out any soft or shriveled berries. Set aside a small handful if you want to use them as a garnish.

  2. 2. Muddle the fruit and mint

    Add the blueberries, mint leaves, and sugar to a sturdy cocktail shaker or mixing glass. Press gently with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the berries burst and the mint smells fragrant. Do not grind the mint into tiny pieces, or it can taste bitter.

  3. 3. Add the lime juice

    Pour in the fresh lime juice. Stir for a few seconds to help dissolve the sugar into the berry juice. The mixture should look purple and a little syrupy.

  4. 4. Add the rum and ice

    Pour in the white rum, then fill the shaker or glass about halfway with ice. If using a shaker, close it tightly. If using a mixing glass, use a long spoon for stirring.

  5. 5. Chill the mixture

    Shake for about 10 seconds, or stir well for 20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker or glass feels cold. Shaking gives a slightly more blended drink, while stirring keeps it a bit clearer.

  6. 6. Strain into glasses

    Fill two tall glasses with fresh ice. Strain the blueberry mixture evenly into the glasses. A fine-mesh strainer catches blueberry skins and mint bits, but you can use a regular cocktail strainer if you like a more rustic drink.

  7. 7. Top with club soda

    Pour about 1/2 cup chilled club soda into each glass. Add it slowly so the bubbles do not overflow. Stir once or twice from the bottom to combine without flattening the fizz.

  8. 8. Garnish and serve

    Garnish each drink with a mint sprig, a lime wheel or wedge, and a few blueberries. Serve right away while the mojitos are cold and bubbly.

03From our kitchen

Cook's tips

  • Make-ahead base: Muddle the blueberries, sugar, and lime juice up to 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Add the mint closer to serving if you want the freshest flavor, then mix with rum, ice, and club soda.
  • Storage: A finished mojito is best served right away because the soda loses its bubbles and the mint darkens. If you have leftover muddled base, refrigerate it in a sealed jar for up to 1 day.
  • Sweetness swap: Replace the granulated sugar with 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons simple syrup. Simple syrup dissolves faster, which is helpful if you are stirring instead of shaking.
  • Berry swap: Blackberries or raspberries work well in place of blueberries. Strawberries also work, but chop them first so they muddle easily.
  • Nonalcoholic version: Skip the rum and add extra club soda, lemon-lime seltzer, or ginger ale. If using sweet soda, reduce the sugar to taste.
  • No muddler: Use the handle of a wooden spoon. Press and twist gently rather than pounding, especially once the mint is in the glass.

Cook's note

Use fresh lime juice if you can. Bottled lime juice often tastes flat or sharp, and in a simple cocktail like this, the difference is easy to notice.

04Frequently asked

Questions & answers

Can I use frozen blueberries for a blueberry mojito?

Yes. Thaw them first and include any juices that collect. Frozen berries are softer than fresh berries, so muddle gently. The drink may look darker and slightly cloudier.

What kind of rum should I use?

Use white rum, also called silver rum or light rum. It has a clean flavor that lets the mint, lime, and blueberries stand out. Aged rum can work, but it will add warmer vanilla or caramel notes.

Can I make this in a pitcher?

Yes. For 6 cocktails, triple all ingredients except the club soda. Muddle the blueberry mixture in a pitcher, stir in the rum, and refrigerate until ready to serve. Add ice and club soda just before pouring.

How do I keep mint from tasting bitter?

Muddle the mint lightly. You want to bruise the leaves so they release their oils, not shred them. Stop as soon as the mint smells fresh and aromatic.

Is this cocktail very sweet?

It is moderately sweet. For a tarter drink, use 1 tablespoon sugar for the whole recipe. For a sweeter drink, add another teaspoon or two of sugar or simple syrup after tasting.

05Per serving

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

2 cocktails

Amount per serving

Calories228

% Daily Value*

Total Fat0 g
0%
Saturated Fat0 g
0%
Cholesterol0 mg
0%
Sodium7 mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate26 g
9%
Dietary Fiber2 g
7%
Total Sugars20 g
Protein1 g
2%
Vitamin D0 mcg
0%
Calcium10 mg
1%
Iron0.3 mg
2%
Potassium100 mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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