Pineapple Mojito
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Pineapple Mojito
Description
The Pineapple Mojito cocktail starts by muddling ripe, fresh pineapple chunks with sugar (or simple syrup or brown sugar), chopped mint leaves, and fresh lime juice to create a creamy and aromatic base. This mixture is combined with pineapple juice, club soda, and white rum (or coconut rum for added tropical flavor), stirring to unify the tropical fruitiness with the fresh herb and citrus brightness. Served over plenty of ice, the drink is garnished with fresh mint sprigs, lime wedges, and pieces of pineapple for a visually appealing, refreshing beverage. The process emphasizes fresh ingredients and balanced flavors without shaking, preserving the carbonation from club soda for a light effect. This mojito variation offers a tropical twist on the classic mint and lime combination, suitable for warm weather or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pineapple make sure the pineapple is ripe, fresh, chunks
- 1 tablespoon sugar or simple syrup, or use brown sugar for a deeper taste
- 8 mint chopped, leaves
- 1 lime juiced
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups club soda
- 4 ounces white or coconut rum for a more tropical taste
- ice cubes
Instructions
- In a large mortar and pestle or a sturdier bowl, add pineapple, sugar (or simple syrup), mint leaves, and lime juice. Smash ingredients together with the pestle, until creamy and the mint leaves are well combined with the other ingredients.
- Add the mixture to a small pitcher and add pineapple juice, club soda, and rum. Stir together to combine. Taste and adjust for sweetness.
- Fill two large glasses 2/3 with ice cubes and pour the cocktail over the ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint sprigs, and lime wedges pieces of fresh pineapple.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2large cocktails or 4 smaller cocktails
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.4g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 58mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 34g | 68% |
| Vitamin A | 36IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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