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Cherry Mojito Recipe
5 from 12 votes

Cherry Mojito Recipe

The Cherry Mojito combines fresh mint leaves and white rum with a homemade cherry syrup and lime juice, topped off with club soda for a sparkling finish. The cherry syrup adds a natural sweetness and vibrant color, complementing the refreshing mint and citrus notes. Muddling the mint releases its oils, which mix with the tart cherry flavor to create a balanced, fruity cocktail ideal for warm weather or casual gatherings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 1 Cocktail
Calories: 125 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Cherry Syrup
  • 1 cup Cherry pitted, fresh
  • ½ cup water
  • 6-9 liquid stevia or 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar, drops
Cocktail (1 Serving)
  • 1-2 tablespoon cherry syrup
  • 10-12 mint leaves
  • 2- ounce rum white
  • ½ tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • 6- ounce club soda or sparkling water
  • mint fresh, for garnish
  • cherries fresh, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. Cherry Syrup
  2. Wash cherries, pit and remove stems.
  3. In a small saucepan add cherries and water and cook over medium high heat.
  4. Bring ingredients to a boil.
  5. Once syrup reaches a boil lower the heat to simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes stirring constantly.
  6. Remove from heat and add sweetener.
  7. Cool at room temperature before using.
  8. Cherry Mojito (1 Serving)
  9. In a tall 8-ounce glass place clean mint leaves at the bottomof the glass and muddle releasing the oils.
  10. Add 1-2 tablespoon of cherry syrup and fill 2/3rds of the glasswith ice.  
  11. Add rum, lime juice and fill the rest of the glass with club soda. Stir with a cocktail swizzle stick. Garnish with fresh cherries, lime, and mint.

Notes

  • Frozen cherries can be used but may need longer simmering; ensure they have no added sugar.
  • Optional to strain cherry syrup for a smoother drink texture.
  • For a sugar-free version, substitute sweeteners such as Truvia granulated sweetener.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 125kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Sodium 51mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Cocktail

Amount Per Serving

Calories 125

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 125kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 51mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.