Description
White Christmas Mojitos are a festive and refreshing twist on the classic mojito cocktail. Featuring fresh mint, bright lime juice, smooth white rum, and a creamy splash of coconut milk or cream, these mojitos evoke the wintry magic of the holidays with their cool minty flavor and snowy white appearance. Light, bubbly, and visually stunning, they are perfect for holiday parties or cozy gatherings by the fire.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- Fresh mint leaves (a small handful per glass)
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice (about half a lime)
- 2 oz white rum
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz coconut milk or cream
- Club soda, to top off (about 2-3 oz)
- Crushed ice, as needed to fill the glass
Instructions
- Prepare the Mint: Gently muddle fresh mint leaves in the bottom of your glass to release aromatic oils without bruising, ensuring a bright, fresh mint flavor without bitterness.
- Add Lime and Sweetener: Pour freshly squeezed lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to dissolve the syrup and blend the tangy, sweet, and minty flavors.
- Pour the Rum: Add white rum to the glass and stir again to combine all ingredients smoothly.
- Add Coconut Milk and Ice: Pour in the coconut milk or cream to give the mojito its signature creamy white color and texture. Fill the glass with crushed ice to chill the drink and add festive texture.
- Finish with Club Soda: Top off the mojito with club soda for a sparkling, refreshing lift.
- Stir and Garnish: Gently stir the cocktail to mix layers evenly. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wedge or twist for a festive presentation.
Notes
- Use fresh, healthy mint leaves for best aroma and flavor.
- Lightly muddle mint to avoid bitterness.
- Always use fresh lime juice for vibrant citrus notes.
- Choose a smooth, white rum for a clean taste.
- Serve immediately to retain mint aroma and soda fizz.
- Leftover mix (without soda or ice) can be refrigerated up to 24 hours.
- Do not freeze the full cocktail; soda will lose fizz and coconut milk may separate.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit rum and add extra club soda and a splash of coconut water.
- Customize with variations like berries, herbs, or a spicy jalapeño kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: white christmas mojitos, festive cocktail, holiday mojito, coconut mojito, Christmas cocktails, mint mojito, lime cocktail, holiday drinks
