This strawberry mojito recipe came about during one of those crazy hot July afternoons when Emma and I were trying to stay cool. I had a basket of strawberries that were getting too ripe and a bunch of mint taking over our backyard. watching him drink three glasses of regular lemonade, I knew we needed something better. What started as me trying to use up fruit turned into our favorite summer drink that everyone asks for at barbecues.
Why This Recipe Works
Making this drink for way too many summer parties taught me exactly why people bug me to make it every time. This strawberry mojito doesn't end up too sweet like most fruit drinks that taste like liquid candy. The fresh mint actually tastes like mint instead of those fake syrups you get at restaurants.
What I really like is how you can mess with it. If your strawberries are really sweet, throw in more lime. If they're sour, add more simple syrup. Emma has turned into my taste-tester, and he's gotten pretty good at telling me when something's wrong with it. Plus it takes like five minutes to make, and you probably already have most of this stuff in your kitchen.
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- Why This Recipe Works
- Ingredients for Strawberry Mojito
- How To Make Strawberry Mojito Step By Step
- Equipment For Strawberry Mojito
- Strawberry Mojito Variations
- Storing Your Strawberry Mojito
- Smart Swaps for Strawberry Mojito
- Why This Strawberry Mojito Recipe Works
- Top Tip
- How My Friend's Secret Recipe Became My Go-To
- FAQ
- Cheers to Summer Done Right!
- Related
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- Strawberry Mojito
Ingredients for Strawberry Mojito
The Fresh Stuff:
- Fresh strawberries
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh lime juice
- Ice cubes
The Wet Ingredients:
- White rum
- Simple syrup
- Club soda or sparkling water
Optional Extras:
- Agave nectar
- Fresh basil
- Prosecco
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Strawberry Mojito Step By Step
Prep the Fruit:
- Hull and slice 4-5 strawberries
- Grab about 8-10 mint leaves
- Cut lime into wedges
- Have everything ready before you start
The Muddling:
- Drop strawberries in the bottom of glass
- Add mint leaves on top
- Muddle gently - don't smash everything
- You want juice, not strawberry soup
Build the Drink:
- Squeeze in lime juice
- Add simple syrup to taste
- Pour in rum (if using)
- Fill glass with ice
Finish It Off:
- Taste and fix if needed
- Top with club soda
- Give it a gentle stir
- Garnish with mint sprig and strawberry
Equipment For Strawberry Mojito
Basic Stuff:
- Tall glasses (highball or collins)
- Muddler (or back of wooden spoon)
- Sharp knife for cutting fruit
- Cutting board
- Measuring jigger
Helpful Extras:
- Fine mesh strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Ice bucket
- Bar spoon for stirring
Strawberry Mojito Variations
Tropical Vibes:
- Add mango chunks
- Use coconut rum
- Throw in some pineapple
- Garnish with toasted coconut
Berry Explosion:
- Mix strawberries with blueberries
- Add raspberry simple syrup
- Use blackberry garnish
- Top with whipped cream
Fancy Grown-Up:
- Swap club soda for prosecco
- Add elderflower liqueur
- Use vanilla simple syrup
- Garnish with edible flowers
Kid-Friendly Fun:
- Skip the rum obviously
- Add extra fruit
- Use flavored sparkling water
- Rim glass with colored sugar
Spicy Kick:
- Muddle in jalapeño slices
- Use spicy simple syrup
- Add cayenne rim
- Garnish with chili pepper
Storing Your Strawberry Mojito
Best Fresh (Obviously):
- Drink right away for best taste
- Ice melts fast so don't wait
- Mint gets soggy if it sits
- Bubbles go flat quickly
Get Ahead Tips:
- Pre-muddle fruit and mint
- Store in fridge up to 2 hours
- Add rum and lime before serving
- Top with fresh soda water
Batch Prep:
- Make simple syrup first
- Cut fruit day before
- Wash mint and store in water
- Chill glasses in freezer
Leftover Tips:
- Taste and fix sweetness
- Strain out fruit and mint
- Store base in fridge overnight
- Add fresh soda when ready
Smart Swaps for Strawberry Mojito
Fruit Swaps:
- Strawberries → Raspberries or blackberries
- Fresh → Frozen (thaw first)
- Regular → Organic when available
- Single fruit → Mixed berries
Sweetener Options:
- Simple syrup → Honey or agave
- Regular → Sugar-free syrup
- Liquid → Stevia drops
- Sweet → Maple syrup
Mint Changes:
- Regular mint → Chocolate mint
- Fresh → Basil leaves
- Standard → Lemon balm
- Single herb → Mix of herbs
Rum Swaps:
- Alcohol → More fruit juice
- White rum → Vodka or gin
- Regular → Coconut rum
- Standard → Skip it completely
Why This Strawberry Mojito Recipe Works
Making this drink for way too many summer parties taught me exactly why people bug me to make it every time. This strawberry mojito doesn't end up too sweet like most fruit drinks that taste like liquid candy. The fresh mint actually tastes like mint instead of those fake syrups you get at restaurants.
What I really like is how you can change it up. If your strawberries are really sweet, throw in more lime. If they're sour, add more simple syrup. Emma has turned into my taste-tester, and he's gotten pretty good at telling me when something's off. Plus it takes like five minutes to make, and you probably already have most of this stuff in your kitchen.
Top Tip
- Use way more mint than you think you need. Most people are too shy with the mint and end up with a drink that tastes like fruity water instead of a real mojito. I grab a handful that looks like way too much, and it always ends up being just right. Don't be afraid to really muddle those leaves either - you want to release all those oils that make this drink actually taste like something.
- The difference between using enough mint and not enough is huge, and it's usually what separates a good strawberry mojito from one that just tastes like pink lemonade. Emma learned this the hard way when he tried to make his own version and barely used any mint. He took one sip, made a face, and said "Mom, this tastes like sad strawberry water." Now he knows to grab that big handful of mint, and his mojitos actually have some kick to them.
How My Friend's Secret Recipe Became My Go-To
My friend changed everything I knew about strawberry mojitos during a backyard barbecue last summer. While everyone else was making theirs the normal way, she did something weird - she added a tiny pinch of black pepper to the muddled strawberries. I thought she'd lost her mind until I tasted it. That little bit of pepper made the strawberries taste more like strawberries, if that makes any sense. It was like turning up the volume on the fruit flavor.
But her real trick was with the mint. Instead of just throwing it in and muddling, she would clap the mint leaves between her hands first to wake them up, then gently muddle them separately from the strawberries. "You muddle fruit to break it down, but you muddle mint to release oils," she told me. Now I do the same thing, and my strawberry mojitos have this bright, clean mint flavor that doesn't get muddy or bitter like when you smash everything together at once.
FAQ
How do you make a strawberry mojito?
Muddle fresh strawberries and mint in a glass, add lime juice and simple syrup, pour in rum if using, fill with ice, and top with club soda. The trick is using enough mint and not beating up the ingredients too much.
What ingredients do I need for a mojito?
For a basic strawberry mojito you need fresh strawberries, mint leaves, lime juice, simple syrup, white rum (optional), ice, and club soda. Fresh stuff makes all the difference in how it tastes.
Is there alcohol in a strawberry mojito?
Regular mojitos have white rum, but you can easily make virgin strawberry mojitos by leaving out the alcohol. They taste just as good and Emma loves them.
What is the formula for a mojito cocktail?
Start with muddled fruit and mint, add 2 oz rum, 1 oz lime juice, and simple syrup to taste. Fill with ice and top with club soda. Fix the sweetness and sourness based on your fruit.
Cheers to Summer Done Right!
Now you have all the secrets to making the perfect strawberry mojito - from using way more mint than you think you need to that game-changing black pepper trick. This drink brings instant summer vibes to any gathering, whether it's a backyard barbecue or just cooling off on a hot afternoon.
Want more refreshing drinks? Try our The Best Lemon Drop Martini Recipe that's tart and smooth at the same time. For a healthier twist, our Healthy Strawberry Margarita Recipe cuts the calories without cutting the flavor. Or start your day right with our Easy Green Juice Recipe in 5 Minutes that actually tastes good!
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Strawberry Mojito
Equipment
- 1 Highball glasses (Or Collins glasses)
- 1 Muddler (Wooden or plastic)
- 1 Citrus juicer (Optional)
- 1 Jigger (1 oz and 2 oz measurements)
- 1 Bar spoon (For gentle stirring)
Ingredients
- 4–5 medium Fresh strawberries - Hulled and halved
- 8–10 leaves Fresh mint leaves - Plus extra sprigs for garnish
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice - From about ½ lime per drink
- 2 oz White rum - optional Skip for virgin version
- 1–2 tablespoon Simple syrup - To taste
- Ice cubes - Crushed or cubed
- 4–6 oz Club soda or sparkling water - To top each drink
- Lime wedge For garnish
- Mint sprig - For garnish
Instructions
- Muddle strawberries and mint leaves until fragrant juices form
- Add fresh lime juice and simple syrup, adjusting sweetness to taste
- Pour white rum into the glass if making an alcoholic version
- Fill the glass completely with ice cubes
- Top off with club soda and stir gently to combine
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