The Cranberry Mojito is a twist on the classic mojito recipe. Learn how to make this refreshing beverage with these easy preparation tips.
Celebrate the holidays with this festive Cranberry Mojito. This colorful sparkling cocktail is sweet, tart, and absolutely delicious!
If there is one thing I really enjoy about the holidays and getting together with family to celebrate is the cocktails. There is something about a smooth refreshing fruity cocktail that just sets the tone for a good time.
This Cranberry Mojito recipe is the only cocktail you’ll need to make this Christmas season.
I’ve enjoyed drinking mojitos for a long time, but my liking for the cocktail really increased after my days living in Miami. I was really making this cocktail in all variations almost every other weekend!
Be sure to try my mango mojito and guava mojito too!
What is Mojito?
Mojito is a delicious Cuban cocktail traditionally made with five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, seltzer water, and mint. The combination of flavors of this popular cocktail pairs perfectly with the rum.
The best thing about the Mojito is that it’s a very versatile cocktail that can be customized and made into different flavors by simply adding different ingredients.
Ingredients
- Mint Leaves
- Brown Sugar
- Lime Juice
- Cranberry Juice
- White Rum
- Seltzer Water or Club Soda
- Ice
- To garnish: Lime wedges and fresh cranberries
How to Make a Cranberry Mojito
- In a jar or cocktail shaker, break up the mint leaves with the end of a wooden spoon or muddler to release the mint flavor.
- Add the brown sugar, lemon juice, cranberry juice, rum, and mineral water. Stir to combine.
- Serve in glasses with ice. Garnish with lime wedges, blueberries and a sprig of mint.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes enough for 4 drinks, and each drink contains 1.5 ounces of alcohol. It’s not a particularly strong drink, but enough to get the party started! If you prefer a stronger drink you can add more, or less if you’d like it weaker.
Rum is the traditional alcohol used in mojitos. The flavors of the mint, lime, and cranberry juice means that you don’t get a strong alcohol flavor in this cranberry mojito. In a pinch, you could use another clear spirit like gin or vodka.
Use a white rum, also known as silver or light rum. It has a mellow flavor and works great with the other ingredients. You don’t need to spend lots of money on a top-shelf rum as we only use a little.
Use fresh mint leaves to make your Cuban cocktail. Spearmint works great as it has a mild and slightly sweet flavor, whereas peppermint has a stronger flavor.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Don’t over muddle the mint. Just work it til it releases an aroma.
- Used crushed ice rather than ice cubes. These will help chill the drink and the glass evenly.
- You can double the recipe and make a pitcher. Just don’t add the glass til just before serving.
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Cranberry Mojito
Author:Ingredients
- 15 – 16 mint leaves
- 4 tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 6 oz white rum
- 1 cup seltzer water
- ice
- lime slice cranberries and mint for garnish.
Instructions
- In a jar, break up the mint leaves with the back of a wooden spoon or pestle to release the mint flavor.
- Add the brown sugar, lemon juice, cranberry juice, rum, and mineral water. Stir to combine.
- Serve in glasses with ice. Garnish with lime wedges, blueberries and a sprig of mint.
Notes
- Don’t over muddle the mint. Just work it til it releases an aroma.
- Used crushed ice rather than ice cubes. These will help chill the drink and the glass evenly.
- You can double the recipe and make a pitcher. Just don’t add the glass til just before serving.
Nutrition
The nutritional information of this recipe and all recipes on mydominicankitchen.com is only an estimate. The accuracy of any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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Silvia says
Yummy, it looks so festive and refreshing. I can`t wait to try it out!
Kate says
Oh my goodness, that looks so good. I still have a bag of cranberries in my fridge so I’m going to try this tonight!
Vanessa says
It is so good! You’ll love it!
Enriqueta E Lemoine says
I’m all about mojito!
Patricia Zerpa says
I love the idea of cranberry mojito. I will try this recipe at christmas