SOUR-CHERRY MOJITOS

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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Time P1DT10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups sugar
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)
3 pounds frozen pitted sour cherries, partially thawed with juices
1 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
2 to 3 cups vodka
6 cups sparkling water

Steps:

  • Bring sugar and 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, 3 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool 15 minutes. Syrup can be refrigerated for up to 1 month.
  • Combine lemon juice, fruit, and basil in a bowl. Add syrup; mash lightly to release juices. Refrigerate at least 1 day and up to 4 days.
  • Combine fruit mixture and vodka in a pitcher or punch bowl; ladle about 1/3 cup into each glass. Fill with ice. Top with sparkling water, garnish with more basil, and serve.

Naeem Zaib
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These mojitos are delicious! The sour cherries add a perfect touch of sweetness and tartness.


stacy boland
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I love the sour cherry flavor in these mojitos. It's a refreshing change from the traditional lime mojito.


Hunter Doom
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These mojitos are the perfect summer drink. They're light and refreshing, and the sour cherries add a nice twist.


Derek M
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I made these mojitos for a party last night and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sour cherries.


David Reese
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I'm not a big fan of sour cherries, but I actually really enjoyed these mojitos. The sweetness of the rum and lime balanced out the tartness of the cherries.


Nawab Abbasi
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These mojitos are so refreshing and delicious. I love making them for my friends and family.


Shahi Janak
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's my go-to mojito recipe.


adambuhler5
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These mojitos are the perfect balance of tart and sweet. I love the way the sour cherries complement the lime and mint.


Ismail Boss
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I love how festive these mojitos look. They're perfect for a party or a special occasion.


Rishab sheikh
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This recipe is easy to follow and the mojitos turned out great. I'll definitely be making them again.


joshter castro
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I made these mojitos for a barbecue last weekend and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.


Moriom akter Moriom
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I've never had a mojito with sour cherries before, but I'm glad I tried it. This recipe is a keeper!


Sharafat Ali
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These mojitos are the perfect summer drink. They're light and refreshing, and they always put me in a good mood.


Arumahandi kaveesha
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I love the combination of sweet and sour in this recipe. The sour cherries balance out the sweetness of the rum and lime.


matlhomola morake
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These mojitos were a hit at my last party! They're so refreshing and flavorful, and the sour cherries add a unique twist.