Black Currant Mojito (Printable)

Tangy black currant meets refreshing mint and lime in this vibrant summer beverage.

# 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The black currant jam adds a sophisticated tartness that regular mojitos simply can't match.
  • It comes together in five minutes, making it perfect for those moments when you need something special without fussing.
  • One sip transports you somewhere between a summer garden and a chic cocktail bar.
02 -
  • Don't over-muddle the mint—it will turn bitter and bruised, and the flavor shifts from herbaceous to medicinal in seconds.
  • The temperature matters enormously; if your glass or ice isn't truly cold, the drink loses its snappy, refreshing character and tastes syrupy.
03 -
  • Chill your glass in the freezer for five minutes before you start—it keeps the drink colder longer and signals that something special is about to happen.
  • Stir the rum in vigorously after adding it, which helps it meld with the jam and distribute the color evenly throughout the glass.
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