Refresh yourself on a hot summer day with a cherry pomegranate mojito: Cuba's signature lime-and mint cocktail, flavored with fresh sweet cherries and pomegranate juice!
I've been to Cuba Libre twice now, and haven't gotten to try a pomegranate mojito, because I was pregnant both times I went. I finally decided to make one at home. I was actually going to make you a strawberry pomegranate mojito cocktail. But a certain toddler ate all my strawberries.
So, I improvised with some cherries that had somehow not been eaten within two hours after their purchase. I think it's because we also had some mango in the fridge. One fruit that boy loves more than cherries is mangoes.
Anyway, this is still a really refreshing cocktail, which is easily adaptable to your taste. Want a stronger rum taste? Add more. Prefer a less-strong drink with more fruit flavor? Add more pomegranate juice.
The cherries and pomegranate juice turn the drink a beautiful shade of pinkish red, and the green of the mint leaves provides a nice color contrast.
This recipe makes four small drinks, which is perfect for an intimate get-together. It's also a really pretty drink to serve to guests. Enjoy!
Cherry Pomegranate Mojito
Ingredients
- 6 fresh or frozen sweet cherries, pitted and halved, thawed if frozen
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 1 lime, juiced (about 1 )
- ½ cup pomegranate juice
- 2 oz shots white rum, 3
- 1 tablespoon agave syrup
- Sprite
- Ice
Instructions
- Fill four rocks glasses with ice.
- Place the cherries, mint leaves and lime juice in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to muddle the cherries and mint leaves by pressing them into the bottom of the shaker to release their juices.
- Add the pomegranate juice, white rum and agave syrup to the cocktail shaker, then fill with ice. Shake for 30 seconds, then strain the mixture into each of the rocks glasses.
- Top off each rocks glass with Sprite, garnish with additional mint leaves and serve.
Recipe adapted from Diethood
Lora @cakeduchess says
A favorite drink in the summer of mine is a mojito. I am now craving your cherry-pom version: looks fantastic and so refreshing!
Michelle says
This is going on the drink list ASAP! Look amazing and refreshing.
Lana @ Never Enough Thyme says
I love the vibrant red color of this cocktail! Just what I need on this Friday afternoon.
Amanda @The Kitcheneer says
This looks like the perfect summer cocktail!
The Food Hunter says
Cheers!
Lindsay @ The Live-In Kitchen says
So pretty and refreshing! Pinning!
Stephanie @ Back For Seconds says
Pass me a glass, please! yum!!!
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
Woohoo! On my list to my for book club night!
Meseidy says
Perfect way to get your drink on!
Joelen says
Absolutely stunning photo and I love mojitos - this is one I can't wait to try!
Rebecca {foodie with family} says
That is one seriously summer cocktail! 😀 LOVE it!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Oh wow! This looks great. Totally perfect for summer.
Crystal Barrett says
I love your post! Those drink looks great too!!
Carol at Wild Goose Tea says
Whoa baby, Set me up with one those, Ms Bartender, if you please.
Paul says
We made this yesterday for Christmas dinner. I thought the garnish of mint and a candy cane would be perfect. After a sample run, I made a couple of changes. The pomegranate juice was very sweet, so I left out the agave. I also doubled the rum and increased the number of cherries from 6 to 10. It was a huge hit and I'll make it again!
Coleen says
I'm so glad you liked it, Paul!
Allegra says
I can’t wait to make these for Christmas. There look and sound so delicious! About how much Sprite do you suggest in the drink?
I’m sure that’s to pour on top after pouring the drink out of the shaker.
Coleen the Redhead Baker says
The Sprite is just to top off the drink. Whatever fits in the glass! Probably 1/4 cup or less unless you're using large glasses.