Description
A refreshing Kiwi Blueberry Mojito Cocktail combining vibrant kiwi and blueberry flavors with lime, fresh mint, white rum, and sparkling water. Perfectly sweet and cool, this cocktail is ideal for warm days and gatherings, offering a crisp and fruity twist on the classic mojito.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit Components
- 6 kiwis, peeled and cut into halves or quarters
- 4 kiwis, peeled and sliced for garnish
- 170 grams blueberries, crushed
- 170 grams blueberries, whole for garnish
Liquid and Sweetening Agents
- 60 millilitres fresh lime juice (from 1 to 2 limes)
- 100 grams granulated sugar, or to taste
- 35 grams fresh mint leaves
- 360–480 millilitres sparkling water
- 250–375 millilitres white rum, according to preference
Finishing Touches
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Blue and/or green decorating sugar for glass rims
Instructions
- Prepare Kiwi Puree: Combine halved or quartered kiwis, sugar, and lime juice in a small food processor. Pulse until a coarse puree forms, ensuring the mixture retains some texture.
- Mix Kiwi and Rum: Transfer the kiwi puree into a large bowl or pitcher and incorporate the white rum, starting with 250 millilitres. Increase the amount based on your preference for strength and flavor.
- Crush Blueberries: Use a muddler to gently crush 170 grams of blueberries and set them aside for layering and garnish.
- Prepare Glass Rims: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Dip the moistened rims into blue or green decorating sugar to coat them attractively.
- Assemble Pitcher Ingredients: Layer the kiwi-rum puree in a pitcher, add ice cubes and a generous handful of fresh mint leaves, along with the kiwi slices for visual appeal and flavor.
- Add Blueberries and Mint: Add additional ice, distribute the crushed blueberries and more fresh mint leaves, then scatter whole blueberries on top for garnish.
- Top with Sparkling Water: Gently pour sparkling water over the assembled ingredients and stir briefly to combine. Adjust sweetness, rum quantity, or water to taste as desired.
- Serve Individual Cocktails: In each prepared glass, add a few whole blueberries, ice, mint leaves, and a slice of kiwi. Pour the kiwi-rum mixture followed by sparkling water. Finish each glass with crushed blueberries and a garnish of whole blueberries and fresh mint leaves.
Notes
- Adjust the rum quantity depending on your preferred cocktail strength.
- Use fresh and ripe kiwis and blueberries for the best flavor.
- For a less sweet drink, reduce the sugar amount accordingly.
- Chill sparkling water beforehand for a colder drink without diluting it with extra ice.
- Ensure to gently stir after adding sparkling water to preserve fizz.
- Decorating sugar on the glass rim adds a colorful and festive touch.
