Black Currant Mojito (Print Version)

Vibrant twist on the classic mojito with tangy black currant jam and fresh mint.

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

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The black currant jam adds a deep, tart sophistication that regular mojitos just can't match.
  • It takes five minutes to make, so you can impress guests without spending your evening bartending.
  • The balance of mint, lime, and fruit feels fancy but tastes refreshingly simple.
02 -
  • Don't muddle aggressively or the mint will bruise and turn bitter; gentle is always better.
  • The jam's sweetness varies by brand, so taste as you go and adjust with extra soda water or a touch of simple syrup if needed.
03 -
  • Chill your glass ahead of time by filling it with ice while you gather ingredients, then discard the ice just before building the drink.
  • Fresh black currants as garnish are a showstopper if you can find them, but frozen ones thawed work beautifully too.
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