We are delighted to be kicking off the new summer series – Summer Cocktails! Summertime is here and it is time for backyard BBQs, days on the lake and neighborhood gatherings. Throughout the next few months, we will be sharing all of our favorite cocktails and drinks. Today is a new twist on the minty Mojito. Add some seasonal strawberries to the mix for a fresh and fun addition. This drink has inspired me to plant some mint in the backyard!

Recipe Time

20 to 40 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Servings

2 to 4 Servings

Ingredients:

Yields a Standard Pitcher

12 Mint Leaves (plus extra for garnish)
10-12 Strawberries
2 Limes
4-6 oz. Light Rum
2 c. Club Soda
1/4 c. Sugar

Step

Hull strawberries and place at bottom of pitcher.

Step

Add 12 mint leaves and sugar on top of strawberries.

Step

Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes in the bottom of pitcher to release some extra juice from the strawberries.

Step

Next, use a wooden spoon to crush the berries, mint leaves and sugar together. This will release all of the flavor and juices to make the cocktail.

Step

Pour the rum, freshly squeezed lime juice and club soda over strawberry and mint mixture.

Step

Pour the Mojito into four mason jars, over ice. Garnish with lime and mint.

These cocktails are served in mason jars or any tall cocktail glass. Add some colorful napkins, like these pretty floral ones and a paper straw!

Step

These cocktails are served in mason jars or any tall cocktail glass. Add some colorful napkins, like these pretty floral ones and a paper straw!

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