5 Ways To Spice Up A Traditional Mojito This Summer

The mojito is one of a few cocktails which epitomize summer. A refreshing blend of mint, lime, sugar, rum, and soda water, this classic cocktail – invented in Havana in the 16th century – has helped to cool Cubans down for centuries, and since found its way onto practically every beach bar’s menu in the world.

But as much as we love a traditional mojito, sometimes our taste buds crave a little adventure, a new twist on an old favorite – and here’s the best part: transforming your mojito doesn’t require a degree in mixology or a pantry full of exotic ingredients.

With a few clever tweaks and additions, you can turn your everyday mojito into a flavor-packed concoction that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re hosting a summer soirée, chilling with friends, or simply indulging in a solo sip under the sun, here’s a list of 5 different mojitos to spice up your summer cocktail game.

1. Pineapple Jalapeño Mojito

What are the ingredients?

• 8 fresh mint leaves
• 2 lime wedges
• 1/4 cup fresh pineapple chunks
• 2-3 thin jalapeño slices
• 2 oz white rum
• Club soda
• Ice cubes

How do you make it?

1. Muddle the mint leaves and pineapple chunks in a glass until the juices are released.
2. Add the jalapeño slices, adjusting the number to your preferred spice level, and squeeze the juice from the lime wedges.
3. Pour in the white rum, a splash of club soda and stir gently to combine.
4. Top with ice and garnish with a mint sprig.

2. Watermelon Basil Mojito

What are the ingredients?

• 8 fresh mint leaves
• 2 lime wedges
• 1/4 cup fresh watermelon chunks
• 3-4 fresh basil leaves
• 2 oz white rum
• Club soda
• Ice cubes
• 1 oz agave syrup (optional)

How do you make it?

1. Muddle the mint leaves, watermelon chunks, and basil leaves in a glass. Add agave syrup if you prefer sweeter cocktails.
2. Pour in the white rum, followed by a few ice cubes
3. Top with club soda and stir gently to combine.
4. Garnish with a watermelon wedge and a sprig of basil.

3. Blueberry Lavender Mojito

What are the ingredients?

• 8 fresh mint leaves
• 2 lime wedges
• 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 oz lavender simple syrup
• 2 oz white rum
• Slimline tonic
• Ice cubes
• Sprig of fresh lavender (optional)

How do you make it?

1. Muddle the mint leaves, lime juice, and blueberries in a glass.
2. Add the lavender simple syrup for a floral hit.
3. Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour in the white rum.
4. Top with slimline tonic and stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish with a few blueberries and a sprig of fresh lavender, if you have it.

4. Ginger Peach Mojito

What are the ingredients?

• 8 fresh mint leaves
• 2 lime wedges
• 1/4 cup fresh peach slices
• 1/2 oz ginger syrup
• 2 oz white rum
• Ginger beer
• Ice cubes

How do you make it?

1. Muddle the mint leaves, lime juice, and peach slices in a glass, skins removed.
2. Add the ginger syrup for a spicy kick.
3. Pour in the white rum, mix, and top with ice cubes.
4. Top with ginger beer and stir gently to mix.
5. Garnish with a peach slice.

5. Coconut Mint Mojito

What are the ingredients?

• 8 fresh mint leaves
• 2 lime wedges
• 2 oz coconut water
• 2 oz white rum
• Coconut syrup (we like Re’Al’s Cream of Coconut Syrup)
• Ice cubes

How do you make it?

1. Muddle the mint leaves and lime juice in the glass.
2. Add the coconut water to enhance the sweetness.
3. Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour in the white rum.
4. Top with coconut syrup and stir gently to mix, to taste.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a mint sprig.