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Mango & Pineapple Mojito

This mango and pineapple mojito is bright, minty, and gently sweet, with a sunny tropical fruit purée stirred into the classic rum, lime, mint, and soda mix. It makes four refreshing cocktails for warm afternoons, cookB1

Total time
15 min
Yield
4 cocktails
Difficulty
Easy

Prep 15mCook 0mCuban-inspiredDrinks

A mojito is a Cuban cocktail made with mint, lime, rum, sugar, and soda water. This version keeps the cool mint and sharp lime, then adds ripe mango and pineapple for a juicy tropical twist.

The fruit is blended into a quick purée, so the drink tastes fresh without needing bottled juice. Strain it if you like a smoother cocktail, or leave it a little pulpy for more fruit texture.

Serve these right after adding the club soda. That is when the mint tastes clean, the bubbles are lively, and the ice has not watered everything down.

01What you'll need

Ingredients

9 items · 4 cocktails

  • 1 cup diced ripe mango, about 165 g
  • 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, about 165 g
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, from about 3 limes
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 32 fresh mint leaves, plus extra sprigs for garnish
  • 6 fluid ounces white rum, or 3/4 cup
  • 2 cups chilled plain club soda
  • 2 cups ice cubes, plus more for serving
  • Pineapple wedges or lime wheels, for garnish, optional

02How to make it

Step-by-step

  1. 1. Blend the fruit

    Add the diced mango, diced pineapple, lime juice, and sugar to a blender. Blend until smooth, about 30 to 45 seconds. If your fruit is very fibrous, blend a little longer.

  2. 2. Strain if desired

    For a smoother drink, pour the fruit purée through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup or small pitcher. Press with a spoon to get as much liquid through as possible. For a thicker, fruitier mojito, skip this step.

  3. 3. Muddle the mint

    Divide the mint leaves among 4 sturdy glasses. Gently press the leaves with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon 4 to 5 times. Muddling means pressing to release the mint oils; do not shred the leaves, or the drink can taste grassy.

  4. 4. Add the fruit mixture

    Divide the mango-pineapple purée evenly among the glasses, using about 1/3 cup per drink. Stir each glass to mix the mint with the fruit.

  5. 5. Pour in the rum

    Add 1 1/2 fluid ounces white rum to each glass. Stir again so the rum blends evenly with the fruit and mint.

  6. 6. Add ice

    Fill each glass with ice. Use enough ice to chill the drink well and keep it refreshing without turning watery too quickly.

  7. 7. Top with soda

    Pour about 1/2 cup chilled club soda into each glass. Stir gently from the bottom once or twice, just enough to combine while keeping the bubbles.

  8. 8. Garnish and serve

    Add a mint sprig and a pineapple wedge or lime wheel, if using. Serve right away while the mojitos are cold and fizzy.

03From our kitchen

Cook's tips

  • Make-ahead: Blend the mango-pineapple mixture up to 24 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate it. Stir before using because fresh fruit purée separates as it sits.
  • Do not muddle mint too early: Mint can darken and taste dull if it sits crushed for a long time. Muddle it just before mixing the drinks.
  • Storage: Once mixed with soda and ice, mojitos are best served right away. Leftovers will lose bubbles and may taste watered down.
  • Fruit swaps: Frozen mango or pineapple works well. Thaw it first so it blends smoothly, and taste before adding all the sugar because frozen fruit can vary in sweetness.
  • Sweetness adjustment: If your mango is very ripe, start with 3 tablespoons sugar instead of 1/4 cup. You can always stir in a little more sugar or simple syrup.
  • No blender option: Finely chop very ripe fruit, then mash it with the lime juice and sugar. The drink will be chunkier but still flavorful.

Cook's note

For a mocktail, leave out the rum and add an extra 1/2 cup club soda total, or replace the rum with chilled coconut water. The flavor will be lighter and the calories will be lower.

04Frequently asked

Questions & answers

Can I make mango pineapple mojitos without alcohol?

Yes. Skip the rum and add more chilled club soda, sparkling water, or coconut water. Keep the lime, mint, and fruit purée the same.

Can I use canned pineapple?

Yes, canned pineapple works if it is packed in juice, not heavy syrup. Drain it well before blending. If it tastes very sweet, reduce the sugar by 1 tablespoon.

Why does my mojito taste bitter?

The mint may have been over-muddled. Press the leaves gently just a few times to release their oils. Crushing them hard can bring out bitter, grassy flavors.

Can I make this as a pitcher cocktail?

Yes. Muddle the mint in a pitcher, stir in the fruit purée and rum, then chill for up to 1 hour. Add ice and club soda just before serving so the drink stays fizzy.

What rum is best for this recipe?

Use a light or white rum. It has a clean flavor that lets the mango, pineapple, lime, and mint stand out.

05Per serving

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

4 cocktails

Amount per serving

Calories198

% Daily Value*

Total Fat0 g
0%
Saturated Fat0 g
0%
Cholesterol0 mg
0%
Sodium2 mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate26 g
9%
Dietary Fiber2 g
7%
Total Sugars23 g
Protein1 g
2%
Vitamin D0 mcg
0%
Calcium21 mg
2%
Iron0.7 mg
4%
Potassium153 mg
3%

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

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