This Blueberry Mojito is zesty and refreshing, combining fresh blueberries with lime, mint, and white rum into the perfect summer cocktail. Enjoy it on a hot day at home, or make a batch for a party.
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Why this Blueberry Mojito Cocktail Recipe is a Keeper
This white rum cocktail with blueberries, fresh lime juice, and sugar is a great recipe for summer. Make a pitcher of mojitos for a crowd, or enjoy this refreshing summer cocktail yourself. Here are a few reasons why you’ll want to make this twist on the classic mojito recipe:
- 5 Minute Drink: Have these fresh blueberry mojitos ready in just 5 minutes.
- Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients in this blueberry mojito recipe can be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
- Party Pleaser: This super refreshing summer drink is the perfect addition to any party. Sip it with friends on a hot day, or bring it to a gathering to share.
If you’re looking for more mojito recipes, try these: Coconut Mojito, Mojito Moonshine, and Apple Mojito.
What is the Best Alcohol for Mojitos?
Mojitos are cocktails made with white rum. Some of the best varieties to use include Denizen Aged White Rum, Probitas, and Ten to One Caribbean. However, some rums have stronger alcohol contents than others, so make sure you’re choosing one with your preferred alcohol percentage and drink responsibly.
Ingredient Notes for Blueberry Mojitos
Here are some ingredients you’ll need to make a fresh blueberry mojitos. Make a whole pitcher of them, or just make enough for a highball glass. This recipe makes one mojito, so feel free to double it.
- Blueberries: This recipe is a great use of fresh blueberries, especially ones picked right from a farm.
- Fresh Lime: A squeeze of lime will add a zesty twist to the mojitos.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Blueberry Mint Mojito Variations and Substitutions
- Light Rum: Use a light rum for a sweeter flavor.
- Vodka: You can make this recipe with vodka instead of rum.
- Mint Simple Syrup: Add some mint simple syrup into this refreshing blueberry mojito recipe. Garnish with fresh mint.
- Club Soda: Make this blueberry mojito some club soda to make a highball with some fizz.
Special Equipment Needed for this Easy Blueberry Cocktail
If you love mojitos, you may already have this equipment on hand. I’m so excited to share this recipe with friends. Here’s what you’ll need in order to make a mojito:
- Muddler: Use a muddler to release the mint flavors into this fresh blueberry mojito.
- Cocktail Shaker: A cocktail shaker will help you easily combine the ingredients.
Pro Tip Best for Mojitos
Always slap the mint leaves before putting them into the simple syrup in the build glass. Slapping the mint allows the essence of the herb to filter through the drink. Never tear the leaves, as this allows the bitter aspects of the stem to filter through the drink.
How to Make to Make a Blueberry Mojito
This easy blueberry mojito is one of our favorite recipes. It’s simple to make, and is a favorite drink for parties. Add ice and club soda, or drink the cocktail after making it. Just follow the easy steps below to learn how to make the cocktail.
These are the basic steps for making blueberry mojitos. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions. If you try it leave us a comment below.
1. Make the Simple Syrup
Combine 1 cup water, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup frozen blueberries to a medium or small saucepan; stir well. Bring to a boil and let boil for 5-6 minutes until the sugar is dissolved. Remove the saucepan from heat and strain mixture into a mixing bowl. Use a spoon to squeeze out all the extra juice from the blueberries to get about 1 cup simple syrup.
2. Muddle and Shake the Mojito
Add mint, blueberries, and lime juice into a shake cup. Use a muddler to gently crush the blueberries and release the oils from the mint leaves. Then, add blueberry simple syrup and ice to the shaker cup. Add rum to the muddled mixture and shake well until chilled, then pour into a cocktail glass, almost to the top. If desired, garnish with fresh blueberries, limes, and mint.
Easy Cocktail Recipe FAQs and Reader Interactions
Store this drink recipe in the fridge in a sealed jar or pitcher.
Yes! You can easily make a blueberry mojito into a virgin drink by omitting the rum and adding extra freshly squeezed lime juice and sprigs of mint to the recipe. You could also add a non-alcoholic substitute such as soda water.
Making a delicious blueberry simple syrup is very easy. All you need is equal parts water, sugar, and frozen blueberries. Just heat it until it boils and let it boil for about 5 minutes.
Spearmint is considered the best for mojitos, as it has a sweet flavor and isn’t too strong.
Expert Tips to Make Blueberry Mojitos
- No Muddler: If you don’t have a cocktail muddler on hand, don’t worry! You can use a potato masher or the back of a spoon.
- Shake or Stir?: Whether you shake or stir your mojito is a personal preference, but shaking will help create a more frothy and well-mixed drink.
- Kinds of Fruit: Feel free to make this blueberry recipe with other kinds of fruit, such as cherries or blackberries. Add in ones you like to make your favorite cocktail.
- Pitcher: This recipe is great for a crowd. If making a pitcher of it, add 1 cup white rum and 1 cup fresh lime juice to half a cup of the blueberry mixture in the pitcher and stir.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: Using fresh mint leaves, blueberries, and lime juice will make all the difference in the final taste of your drink.
What to Serve with Berry Mojitos
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Blueberry Mojito
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Ingredients
- 6 Mint Leaves, plus additional for garnish
- 2 ounces White Rum
- 8 Fresh Blueberries, plus additional for garnish
- 2 ounces Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice
- 1 ounce Blueberry Simple Syrup, frozen blueberries, water, sugar
- 1 cup Ice
- Fresh Lime Wedges and Wheels , garnish
Instructions
Blueberry Simple Syrup
- Combine 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup frozen blueberries to a medium saucepan. Heat until mixture starts to boil and let boil for 5-6 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and strain mixture into a mixing bowl. Use a spoon to squeeze out all the extra juice from the blueberries.
Blueberry Mojito
- Add mint, blueberries, and lime juice into a shake cup. Use a muddler to mash the blueberries and release the oils from the mint.
- Add blueberry simple syrup, white rum, and ice to the shaker cup. Shake well until chilled.
- Pour into a cocktail glass. If desired, garnish with fresh blueberries, limes, and mint.
Christina’s Notes
- No Muddler: If you don’t have a cocktail muddler on hand, don’t worry! You can use a potato masher or the back of a spoon.
- Shake or Stir?: Whether you shake or stir your mojito is a personal preference, but shaking will help create a more frothy and well-mixed drink.
- Kinds of Fruit: Feel free to make this blueberry recipe with other kinds of fruit, such as cherries or blackberries. Add in ones you like to make your favorite cocktail.
- Pitcher: This recipe is great for a crowd. If making a pitcher of it, add 1 cup white rum and 1 cup fresh lime juice to half a cup of the blueberry mixture to the pitcher and stir.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: Using fresh mint leaves, blueberries, and lime juice will make all the difference in the final taste of your drink.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.