Strawberry Gin Mojito
This strawberry gin mojito is a floral, fruity, fizzy take on your classic mojito. Also known as a 'southside' cocktail, this drink swaps rum for gin and soda water for champagne. A refreshingly light cocktail to whip up on a warm afternoon.
Servings 4 drinks
Ingredients
- 12 whole fresh strawberries
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
- 8 ounces gin I like Hendricks
- 4 ounces fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup simple syrup optional
- 3 cups champagne 750 ml bottle or soda water
Garnish:
- Lime wedges
- Mint leaves
- Strawberries
Instructions
- In a large pitcher muddle together strawberries, mint leaves, and gin. Muddle together until most of the strawberries are crushed and their juices are released.
- Add in the lime juice, simple syrup to taste, and champagne or soda water.
- Stir the batch gently together. Fill 4 tall glasses with crushed ice. Pour the mixture evenly into each glass and garnish with mint and lime wedges.
Notes
To make simple syrup: combine 1 cup water and 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan on low heat until all the sugar has dissolved and is clear. Cool and keep in a mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.