Black Currant Mojito (Printable)

Tangy black currant juice meets fresh mint and rum in this vibrant summer drink. Ready in 5 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Base

01 - 1.7 fl oz white rum
02 - 3.4 fl oz store-bought black currant juice
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
04 - 2 teaspoons sugar

→ Fresh Additions

05 - 6 to 8 fresh mint leaves
06 - Lime wedges for garnish
07 - Black currants or berries for garnish, optional

→ To Finish

08 - Crushed ice
09 - Club soda to top

# How to Make It:

01 - Place mint leaves and sugar in a sturdy glass. Gently muddle together to release the mint's aroma without shredding the leaves.
02 - Add fresh lime juice and white rum to the glass.
03 - Pour in the black currant juice and stir well to combine all ingredients.
04 - Fill the glass completely with crushed ice.
05 - Top with club soda to your preferred strength and stir gently.
06 - Garnish with a lime wedge, extra mint, and black currants or berries if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks like you spent actual effort when you really just opened a bottle and muddled mint.
  • The tartness of black currant keeps it from tasting like a sugar bomb, even though it definitely feels indulgent.
  • Five minutes from craving to sipping means you can make these while your guests are still taking off their shoes.
02 -
  • Don't muddle mint aggressively or you'll release bitter compounds and end up with something that tastes like pulp instead of a cocktail—gentle is the entire secret.
  • Fresh lime juice makes or breaks this drink, and bottled versions genuinely taste like sadness in comparison, so squeeze it moments before mixing.
03 -
  • Keep your mint fresh by storing it stem-down in a water glass covered loosely with a plastic bag—it stays perky for almost a week and tastes brighter.
  • The difference between a good mojito and a great one is the quality of your lime juice and how gently you handle the mint, so invest time in both and skip shortcuts there.
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