Mango Mojito Recipe
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Mango Mojito Recipe
Description
This Mango Mojito recipe begins by gently bruising fresh mint leaves with sugar, salt, and a slice of lime to release their aroma and flavor. Lime juice is added next, followed by ice cubes to chill the drink adequately. Mango puree lends a tropical sweetness and vibrant color, balanced by the acidity of lime. The addition of rum is optional, allowing for a non-alcoholic version when omitted. Diluting with chilled water or club soda lightens the drink and adds effervescence.
The combination results in a refreshing cocktail with citrusy, minty notes complemented by mango's sweetness. The drink can be garnished with mint leaves or lime slices for visual appeal. It's well-suited as a bright, cooling beverage during summer or casual social occasions.
Nutrition information is provided per serving, helpful for those tracking intake.
Ingredients
- 12 mint leaves
- salt a good pinch
- 1 tsp sugar
- lime juice of 1
- 1 lime sliced
- 1 cup mango puree or use mango nectar or thick juice (I used Looza mango nectar, from fresh mango or can
- 1/2 to 1 cup water chilled; or club soda
- 1 to 2 oz rum optional
- 1.5 cups ice cubes or more
Instructions
- Distribute the mint leaves in 2 to 3 cocktail glasses.
- Add a 1/4 tsp sugar, a pinch of salt and a thin slice of lime to each. Muddle the mixture to bruise the mint leaves. (use a wooden flat bottom muddler/stick or a pestle or back end of a spatula or use a spoon).
- Distribute the juice of a lime in the glasses. Fill the glasses with ice cubes.
- Add mango puree, rum and water. Add more sugar if desired.
- Garnish with mint leaves or lime slices and serve.
Notes
- The recipe yields one serving for which nutritional information is available.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and rum to suit taste preferences and desired strength.
- Use fresh mint and freshly squeezed lime juice for best flavor.
- Club soda can be substituted for water to add a sparkling element.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 169 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 169kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 345mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 308mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 1635IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 64.8mg | 72% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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