Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of blood orange, ginger, and cranberry in this quick and easy mojito recipe. Elevate your cocktail game with this unforgettable refresher.
Ingredients
– 6 fresh blood orange slices
– 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated
– 12 fresh mint leaves
– 2 oz white rum
– 1 oz cranberry juice
– 1 oz lime juice
– 4 oz club soda
– 1 tbsp granulated sugar
– Ice
Instructions
1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blood orange slices, grated ginger, and mint leaves.
2. Add the rum, cranberry juice, lime juice, and sugar. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
3. Double strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
4. Top with club soda and stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish with a blood orange slice and fresh mint sprig.
Notes
For a sweeter version, increase the sugar to 2 tbsp. Experiment with different rums or even tequila for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Dips, Boards & Drinks
- Method: Cocktail
- Cuisine: Tropical