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Getting tropical as we head into summer with this fun and easy Strawberry Mojito. White rum mixed with fresh strawberries, plenty of fresh lime, and mint. This mojito receives an extra special touch with a top off of ginger beer for a fizzy, gingery kick. It’s colorful, refreshing, and a wonderful mojito for summer. A sweet lime-sugar-rimmed glass really seals the deal and keeps everyone coming back for seconds.
I’m kicking off summer with our first summery cocktail of the season. Y’all, I am so excited. Funny enough I made this way before heading to Miami. But I loved that mojitos were so popular there. The Cuban influence on food and drinks in Miami is so fun!
I’ve always loved a mojito, but aside from these Creamy Coconut Lime Mojitos (which you really need to try), I haven’t made very many. I figured this would be a fun cocktail to kick off our Summer Cocktail Saturday series.
As always, these posts are meant to be short and to the point!
So here are the details
Mojitos are simple, even when strawberries are added. Make the lime sugar first, it’s literally just sugar and lime zest. So simple, but the sugared rim adds a sweet, sparkly touch to your glasses.
Next, make the mojito! Muddled limes with fresh strawberries and lots of mint. Shake everything up with some white rum and strain it into your glass.
I always add crushed ice and additional mint. Then top off each mojito with ginger beer for a spicy, ginger kick.
Perfection in its sweetest form!
Looking for other summer drinks? Try these.
Spicy Serrano Pineapple Margarita
Salted Spicy Watermelon Margarita Popsicles
Lastly, if you make this Strawberry Mojito, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Strawberry Ginger Mojito
Servings: 1 drink
Calories Per Serving: 402 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 1 lime, quartered
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup sliced strawberries
- 2 ounces (1/4 cup) white rum
- ginger beer, for topping
Lime Sugar
- zest of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Instructions
- 1. To make the lime sugar. Combine the lime zest, sugar, and a pinch of salt on a shallow plate. Rim your glasses in sugar, then fill with ice.2. In a cocktail shaker or glass jar, muddle the lime wedges, strawberries, and mint, squashing everything to release the juices. Add the rum. Fill with ice and shake until combined.3. Strain into your prepared glass. Top off with ginger beer. Garnish with mint. Drink and enjoy!
Hello
Can this be made ahead in a pitcher, adding the ginger beer only when served?
Hey there,
Totally, that will work nicely for you! Cheers! xT
Excited to make this for our Barbie viewing party!
Yay! Sounds like so much fun! xT
Can’t wait to try. I was glad to see the comments asked about a mocktail version.
Thanks Jessica!! I hope you love this recipe! xT
Absolutely love it! I saw this recipe earlier today and I ran out and got the items I needed.
Perfect for any day of the week, I even made a mocktail version for my son who loved the sugar rim. Thanks again for sharing, looking forward to making other cocktail recipes
Thanks so much Christine!! I appreciate you making this recipe and sharing your feedback, so glad to hear the drink was a hit! xT
I love these glasses! Can you share where you got them from? The drink looks delicious, too!
Thanks so much Elena!! So sorry, I no longer have the link for these glasses, they are old from Anthropologie! I hope you love the recipe! Cheers! xT
Hi! How would you make this drink a mocktail instead?
Hey Linda,
I would just use water in place of the rum. Please let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope you love it! xT
I made these last night along with your One-Pot Greek Oregano Chicken and Orzo with Tomatoes in Garlic Oil recipe. Both were great! Will be making the mojitos again this weekend! Yum!
Hey Pam,
So glad you enjoyed both of the recipes, thanks for making them:) Cheers!! xTieghan
Having this insanely delicious mojito while watching Jon Stewart get his Mark Twain prize on PBS!! I’ve been growing fresh mint exactly for something like this WOWEE SO GOOD!! Thanks Tieghan
Hey Evangelina,
Happy Wednesday! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks a bunch for giving it a try! xx
This drink is giving me ALL the summer vibes. It’s so fresh, light and tasty and the ginger beer is such a nice touch! ? Will be making again… real soon!
Hi Danielle,
Thanks for your feedback! I love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for making it:) Have the best week! xxT