Blackberry Mojitos Recipe
Ultimate refreshment with a juicy, blackberry spin! These blackberry mojitos are my go to cocktail in the hot, humid summer plus they're super fast to make!
How to Make the Best Blackberry Mojitos
Blackberry mojitos are the ultimate summer refresher, combining fresh fruit, mint, and rum into a beautifully balanced cocktail. The combination of juicy blackberries and cooling mint makes this drink perfect for hot, humid days, and the best part is that they’re incredibly quick to prepare—ready in just five minutes.
Why Blackberry Mojitos Are a Summer Essential
This cocktail is a game-changer for anyone looking to escape the heat. The natural sweetness of blackberries pairs perfectly with the brightness of fresh lime juice and the aromatic qualities of mint. Unlike complicated cocktails that require multiple ingredients and techniques, blackberry mojitos keep things simple while delivering impressive flavor. The muddling technique releases the essential oils from the mint and juices from the blackberries, creating a drink that’s greater than the sum of its parts.
Making the Perfect Blackberry Mojito
The key to a great mojito is the muddling—you want to gently bruise the mint and blackberries to release their flavors without completely pulverizing them. Use a heavy-bottomed glass, preferably a collins or old fashioned glass, and take your time during this step. Crushed ice is strongly preferred over regular cubes, as it chills the drink more quickly and creates a better texture. Whether you choose blackberry-infused soda water or traditional club soda, this refreshing cocktail is sure to become your go-to drink all season long.
Blackberry Mojitos
Ultimate refreshment with a juicy, blackberry spin! These blackberry mojitos are my go to cocktail in the hot, humid summer plus they're super fast to make!
Ingredients
Blackberry Mojito
Instructions
Preparation
- Build the cocktail in a heavy bottom cocktail glass, like a collins glass or old fashioned glass. Add the sugar, mint, and blackberries.
- Muddle the 3 ingredients together, slightly juicing the blackberries and bruising the mint to release the flavor. Try not to mash it into a million pieces.
- Top the muddled ingredients with rum. Fill the glass with ice—preferably crushed.
- Top with blackberry infused soda water or traditional club soda. Garnish with a large mint sprig and extra blackberries.
Notes
- For the best flavor, use fresh blackberries when in season
- Crushed ice works better than regular ice for this cocktail
- You can muddle the ingredients gently to release flavors without pulverizing them