Mojito Isleño with a Tropical Twist

Ingredients

• 2 oz (60 ml) Puerto Rican rum 2 oz (60 ml) Puerto Rican rum
• 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lime juice
• 1 oz (30 ml) fresh pineapple juice 1 oz (30 ml) fresh pineapple juice
• 1 oz (30 ml) coconut water 1 oz (30 ml) coconut water
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) simple syrup or 1 tsp (5 g) sugar 1 tbsp (15 ml) simple syrup or 1 tsp (5 g) sugar
• 8-10 fresh mint leaves 8-10 fresh mint leaves
• Ice cubes Ice cubes
• Soda water, to top Soda water, to top
• Pineapple slices and mint sprigs, for garnish Pineapple slices and mint sprigs, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 160 kcal / 670 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 0g, 0g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 9g
• Protein: 0g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves gently to release their aroma.
2. 2.
   Add the rum, lime juice, pineapple juice, coconut water, and simple syrup (or sugar) to the shaker.
3. 3.
   Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
4. 4.
   Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
5. 5.
   Top with soda water to your desired level of fizziness.
6. 6.
   Garnish with pineapple slices and mint sprigs.
7. 7.
   Stir gently before enjoying.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mint leaves — Gently bruise the mint leaves with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their aromatic oils before adding them to the cocktail. This will enhance the flavor of the Mojito Isleño.

Tips & Tricks

• For a stronger mint flavor, let the mint leaves steep in the rum for a few minutes before adding the other ingredients.
• Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup (or sugar) according to your taste preferences.
• To make a mocktail version, simply omit the rum and increase the amount of pineapple juice and coconut water for a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage.

Serving advice

Serve the Tropical Breeze Mojito chilled in a tall glass filled with ice cubes. Garnish with pineapple slices and mint sprigs for an extra touch of tropical elegance. Enjoy it with a straw for sipping or use a long spoon to savor the flavors.

Presentation advice

To elevate the presentation, consider using a clear glass to showcase the vibrant green color of the Mojito Isleño. Add a colorful paper umbrella or a tropical-themed stirrer for a festive touch. Serve on a tray with a slice of fresh pineapple or a tropical flower for an eye-catching display.