Cucumber Mint Mojito
A refreshing twist on the classic mojito, featuring fresh cucumber and mint for a crisp, summery drink. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together White rum, cucumber, fresh mint leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz White rum
- 1/2 cup, finely diced cucumber
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker filled with ice, muddle 6-8 fresh mint leaves and 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz white rum, 1 oz lime juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 4: Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Step 5: Garnish with a cucumber slice and a mint sprig.
