Author Notes
While I do enjoy the flavors in traditional mojitos, I love to make this version when our raspberry bushes are bursting with berries. This is a great drink recipe if you're trying to eat a bit "cleaner," but still enjoy a little booze. It's also very adaptable - feel free to adjust the amounts to suit your taste. —sparkplug
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Ingredients
- Mint-Infused Honey Syrup
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1/2 cup
honey
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1/2 cup
water
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3-5
sprigs of fresh mint
- Mojito
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1 cup
raspberries
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2 tablespoons
water
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2 shots
mint-infused honey syrup
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3 shots
light rum
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2 shots
fresh lime juice
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sparkling mineral water
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ice cubes
Directions
- Mint-Infused Honey Syrup
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Combine the honey and water in a saucepan over low heat until the honey dissolves.
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Remove from the heat, add the mint springs, and allow to rest for 1 hour.
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Remove the mint sprigs. The syrup will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for a few weeks.
- Mojito
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Puree the raspberries and water with an immersion blender.
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Put the mixture through a mesh strainer to remove the seeds.
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Add the syrup, rum, and lime juice.
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Divide between 2 glasses, add ice, and top off with sparkling water. Garnish with lime wedges, raspberries, and mint leaves if desired.
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