Cranberry Mojito
Add a tart red touch to your favorite mint drink. This cranberry cocktail takes all the flavors of a classic mojito and combines it with the tangy zing of fresh cranberries. Mint and simple syrup cut through the tartness, while Cruzan® rum creates a robust and complex flavor. The bright colors make this a great cocktail to serve at the holidays or while simply spending time with friends.
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Add a tart red touch to your favorite mint drink. This cranberry cocktail takes all the flavors of a classic mojito and combines it with the tangy zing of fresh cranberries. Mint and simple syrup cut through the tartness, while Cruzan® rum creates a robust and complex flavor. The bright colors make this a great cocktail to serve at the holidays or while simply spending time with friends.
Ingredients
Instructions
Combine mint leaves and lime juice in the bottom of a tall glass. Lightly muddle. Fill glass with ice. Add cranberry simple syrup and light rum. Top with soda water. Lightly stir with bar spoon. Garish with fresh cranberries and limes (optional).
Cranberry Simple Syrup: In a saucepan, add 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and 8 oz of fresh cranberries. Bring to a light simmer over medium-high heat until sugar is dissolved and cranberries start to burst (around 10 minutes). Remove from heat and strain out cranberries.
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Garnishing is an easy and fun step in making cocktails, yet too many people skip this step when mixing at home. They simply may not understand or appreciate the power and purpose of a finishing garnish. It goes beyond mere decoration.