Black Currant Mojito (Printable)

A fruity twist on the classic mojito featuring black currant jam, fresh mint, lime, and white rum over crushed ice.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Ingredients

01 - 8–10 fresh mint leaves
02 - 1/2 lime, cut into wedges

→ Sweetener

03 - 1 tablespoon black currant jam

→ Spirits

04 - 1.7 fl oz white rum

→ Mixers

05 - 1/2 cup soda water

→ Garnish

06 - Extra mint sprig
07 - Lime wheel
08 - Fresh black currants (optional)

→ Ice

09 - Crushed ice

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the mint leaves and lime wedges in a sturdy glass. Muddle gently to release the mint oils and lime juice.
02 - Add the black currant jam and muddle again to combine.
03 - Fill the glass with crushed ice.
04 - Pour in the white rum and stir well to blend the flavors.
05 - Top with soda water and stir gently.
06 - Garnish with a mint sprig, lime wheel, and, if available, a few fresh black currants. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The black currant jam adds unexpected depth that regular mojitos completely miss, making you feel like you've discovered something secret.
  • It comes together in five minutes, which means you can actually enjoy your summer instead of fussing behind the bar.
  • That beautiful dark color makes every glass look intentional and special, even when you're just cooling off after a long day.
02 -
  • Muddling is an art, not a strength sport—I learned this the hard way when I turned perfectly good mint into a bruised, bitter mess by pressing too hard.
  • The quality of your jam matters more than you'd think; thick, overly sweet jams make the drink cloying, so taste it first if you're using a new brand.
  • Room temperature ingredients will warm your drink faster than you'd expect, so chill your glass beforehand if you're making this on a hot day.
03 -
  • Crush your ice right before serving rather than prepping it hours ahead—fresh crushed ice melts slower and your drink stays properly cold without getting watery.
  • If your jam is very thick, you can thin it slightly with a tiny splash of warm water before muddling, which makes it combine more smoothly with the other ingredients.
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