Best 2 Blended Mojitos Recipes

Mojitos, a popular refreshing drink, trace their roots back to Cuba, offering a harmonious blend of zesty citrus, refreshing mint, and the distinctive flavor of rum. While traditional mojitos remain a classic, innovative enthusiasts have ventured into the realm of blended mojitos, adding a delightful twist to the classic mojito experience. These blended mojitos take ordinary mojitos to extraordinary heights, delivering an irresistibly smooth, icy, and flavor-packed concoction that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

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BLENDED CHERRY MOJITOS

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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories beverage

Time 2m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 pound bag frozen pitted cherries
2 cups crushed ice, plus extra to serve
1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
1/3 cup fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
1 cup citrus flavored rum
1 2/3 cups Lime Simple Syrup, recipe follows
Lime wedges and fresh cherries, for garnish
2 cups sugar
1 cup water
3 limes, zested

Steps:

Place the frozen cherries, crushed ice, mint leaves, lime juice, rum, and simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
Pour the mixture into chilled glasses and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lime wedges and cherries.
Lime Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and lime zest over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool for 20 minutes. Strain before using.
Yield: 1 2/3 cups

BLENDED MOJITOS

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Refreshing homemade mojito without having to spend time muddling! Blending ingredients makes a smooth, well mixed mojito! Quick, easy, and delicious!

Provided by CANADIANCOOK1

Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

10 fresh mint leaves
1 lime, juiced
4 fluid ounces lemon-flavored rum (such as Bacardi® Limon Citrus)
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 cups ice, or more if desired
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle lime-flavored seltzer water
2 lime wedges
2 sprigs fresh mint

Steps:

Layer mint leaves, lime juice, rum, sugar, and ice in a blender; blend until smooth. Pour drink into two 16-ounce glasses and top each with seltzer water. Place a lime wedge on each glass and add a fresh mint sprig to each.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 6.4 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

Tips:

Choose the freshest ingredients possible. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your mojito.
Use a good quality rum. A good rum will have a smooth, rich flavor that will complement the other ingredients in the mojito.
Don't skimp on the mint. Mint is the star of the mojito, so be sure to use plenty of it.
Muddle the mint and sugar together gently. You don't want to crush the mint leaves, just bruise them slightly to release their flavor.
Add the rum, lime juice, and club soda last. This will help to preserve the bubbles in the club soda.
Serve the mojito immediately, garnished with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.

Conclusion:

The mojito is a classic cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can make a mojito that will impress your friends and family.