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Blended Cherry Mojitos

This recipe creates a refreshing Blended Cherry Mojito, combining frozen cherries with fresh mint, lime juice, citrus rum, and homemade lime simple syrup. It's an easy-to-make, vibrant, and delicious cocktail perfect for warm weather or any occasion where a fruity, minty drink is desired.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: lunch/dinner
Cuisine: caribbean
Calories: 2494.2
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound bag frozen pitted cherries
  • 2 cups crushed ice plus extra to serve
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice about 3 limes
  • 1 cup citrus flavored rum
  • 1 2/3 cups Lime Simple Syrup recipe follows
  • Lime wedges and fresh cherries for garnish
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 limes zested

Equipment

  • 1 Blender High-speed blender for smooth consistency
  • 1 Saucepan For preparing the lime simple syrup
  • 1 Zester or Microplane For lime zest in simple syrup
  • 4 Chilled Glasses Mojito glasses or highball glasses
  • 1 Cutting Board and Paring Knife For preparing lime wedges and cherries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Place the frozen cherries, crushed ice, mint leaves, lime juice, rum, and simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
  2. Pour the mixture into chilled glasses and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lime wedges and cherries.
  3. Lime Simple Syrup

Notes

To ensure the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality mint and lime juice. When making the simple syrup, allow it to cool completely before blending, as warm syrup can affect the texture of the blended drink. For an extra vibrant color and flavor, consider muddling a few more fresh cherries with the mint before blending. Adjust the amount of simple syrup to taste, depending on the sweetness of your cherries and personal preference. The key to a perfect blended mojito is achieving a smooth, slushy consistency without being too watery; use just enough ice to blend everything thoroughly.