Description
Refreshing Mojito Tropical à l’Ananas blends Cuban cocktail tradition with tropical pineapple sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced summer sipper. Crisp mint, zesty rum, and juicy pineapple dance together, promising a delightful escape you can savor sip by sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 60 ml (2 ounces) white rum
Fruits and Juice:
- 120 ml (4 ounces) pineapple juice
- ½ lime (cut into quarters)
- 1 pineapple slice (for decoration)
Herbs, Sweeteners, and Extras:
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon cane sugar (or sugar syrup)
- Sparkling water (or lime soda for a sweeter taste)
- Ice cubes
- 1 mint leaf (for decoration)
Instructions
- Gently muddle lime wedges, cane sugar, and fresh mint leaves in a glass, releasing the aromatic mint essence and tangy citrus juices through gentle pressing.
- Pour white rum and pineapple juice into the muddled mixture, stirring thoroughly to integrate the tropical flavors and create a harmonious blend.
- Fill the glass generously with ice cubes, ensuring they reach near the rim to maintain the drink’s refreshing temperature.
- Top the cocktail with sparkling water, creating a light effervescence that elevates the tropical profile; alternatively, use lime soda for a sweeter undertone.
- Artfully garnish the drink with a vibrant pineapple slice and a crisp mint sprig, transforming the beverage into a visually enticing tropical presentation that hints at the delightful flavors within.
Notes
- Master the muddle technique by gently pressing mint leaves and lime wedges to release essential oils without tearing the leaves, ensuring a fresh, vibrant flavor profile.
- Experiment with different rum varieties like white, gold, or spiced rum to create unique depth and complexity in the tropical mojito.
- Opt for fresh pineapple juice instead of store-bought for an authentic, bright taste that elevates the cocktail’s tropical essence.
- Adjust sweetness by using honey or agave syrup as alternative natural sweeteners for a more nuanced and healthier cocktail option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg