The color alone is worth making these. A deep pinkish red from the strawberry rhubarb simple syrup, muddled mint floating at the top, bubbles from the club soda rising through it all. You muddle five fresh mint leaves in a glass, pour in six tablespoons of strawberry rhubarb mint simple syrup, add the juice of half a lime, two ounces of white rum, fill with ice, and top with club soda.
I made a batch of these for a Friday evening on the porch and every glass was empty in under ten minutes. The syrup is what carries the whole drink. It is fruity and tart and slightly herbal, and you notice it in every sip. Without enough lime, the sweetness takes over. With it, the drink stays balanced and cold.
Tips for Making Strawberry Rhubarb Mint Mojitos
Muddle the mint, do not crush it
Press the five mint leaves gently against the bottom of the glass with a muddler or the back of a spoon. You want to bruise the leaves to release their oils, not shred them into tiny green flecks.
Over-muddled mint tastes bitter and looks messy in the glass. A few firm presses are enough.
Use the syrup at room temperature or chilled
Cold syrup mixes more evenly into the drink than warm syrup. If you just made it, let it cool before using.
Six tablespoons per drink is generous. If you prefer less sweetness, start with four tablespoons and adjust.
Strawberry Rhubarb Mint Mojitos
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: Serves 1
Description
Strawberry rhubarb mint simple syrup, fresh lime, and white rum, topped with club soda — tart and pink, not cloying.
Ingredients
Units
- 5 fresh mint leaves, muddled or chopped
- 6 tablespoons strawberry rhubarb mint simple syrup
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 ounces white rum
- Club soda, to top
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Muddle the mint leaves in a glass to release their flavor.
- Add the strawberry rhubarb mint simple syrup and lime juice to the glass.
- Pour in the white rum and stir to combine.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes and top with club soda.
- Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Muddle the mint gently — five firm presses is enough. Shredding the leaves instead of bruising them turns the drink bitter and leaves flecks floating in the glass.
- Use the syrup at room temperature or chilled, not warm — warm syrup won’t mix evenly into a cold drink.
- Six tablespoons of syrup per drink runs sweet. Start with four if you’d rather the lime and rum lead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Cocktail
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0 g
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this without alcohol?
Yes. Skip the rum and add more club soda. The strawberry rhubarb syrup is flavorful enough to carry the drink on its own.
How do I make the strawberry rhubarb mint simple syrup?
Simmer equal parts sugar and water with chopped rhubarb, sliced strawberries, and a handful of mint until the fruit breaks down. Strain and cool. It keeps in the fridge for about two weeks.
Can I batch this for a party?
Yes. Multiply the recipe, combine everything except the club soda and ice in a pitcher, and top each glass individually with soda when serving. The fizz goes flat if it sits.
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