Celebrate the Season with White Christmas Mojitos Recipe

Introduction

Celebrate the festive season with a refreshing twist on a classic cocktail. White Christmas Mojitos combine the bright flavors of lime and mint with creamy coconut and sparkling pomegranate for a delightful holiday treat.

Three clear glasses filled with a white frothy drink, with crushed ice and light green mint leaves inside. Each glass is topped with a small bunch of fresh mint leaves and two bright red berries. The glasses are placed on a textured golden tray on a white marbled surface. Next to the tray are two halved lemons showing their pale yellow inside and two shiny red Christmas ornaments. The background is dark with warm, blurry yellow lights creating a festive feel. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup packed mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup white rum
  • 1/2 cup coconut rum
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk
  • Sparkling water
  • Pomegranate arils

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large pitcher, muddle the mint leaves with sugar and lime juice until the mint releases its flavors.
  2. Step 2: (Optional) Strain out the mint leaves if you prefer a smoother drink without bits of mint.
  3. Step 3: Fill four glasses halfway with ice, then pour the coconut rum mixture (white rum, coconut rum, and coconut milk combined with the muddled mixture) into each glass until about 3/4 full.
  4. Step 4: Top each glass with sparkling water, garnish with fresh mint leaves and pomegranate arils, then serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

  • For a sweeter drink, increase the sugar slightly or use simple syrup for easier dissolving.
  • Substitute coconut milk with almond or oat milk for a different creamy texture.
  • Add a splash of club soda instead of sparkling water for a milder fizz.
  • Try using fresh lime wedges for garnish alongside the mint and pomegranate to boost citrus aroma.

Storage

Prepare the mojito mixture without sparkling water and refrigerate in a sealed pitcher for up to 24 hours. Add sparkling water and ice just before serving for the best fizz and freshness.

How to Serve

Three clear glasses filled with a cold white drink, each glass layered with crushed ice, green mint leaves, and bright red cranberries inside. The front glass has ice and drink nearly full to the top, decorated with two red cranberries and a small bunch of fresh green mint leaves. The glasses sit on a round bronze tray, with some loose cranberries and green leaves scattered around. The background shows a white marbled surface and soft golden lights blurred out. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this cocktail non-alcoholic?

Yes, simply omit the white and coconut rums and increase the amount of sparkling water or add a splash of coconut-flavored syrup for extra taste.

What is the best way to muddle mint?

Use a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to gently press the mint leaves against the bottom of the pitcher to release oils without tearing them, which can cause bitterness.

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Celebrate the Season with White Christmas Mojitos Recipe

Celebrate the festive season with these refreshing White Christmas Mojitos, a tropical twist on the classic cocktail featuring white rum, coconut rum, creamy coconut milk, fresh lime juice, and mint, topped with sparkling water and garnished with vibrant pomegranate arils for a perfectly balanced holiday drink.

  • Author: Felix
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Cocktail
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Caribbean

Ingredients

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For the Mojito Base

  • 3/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup packed mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup white rum
  • 1/2 cup coconut rum
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk

To Serve

  • Sparkling water
  • Pomegranate arils for garnish
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Muddle the Mint and Mix: In a large pitcher, muddle the mint leaves with sugar and lime juice carefully to release the fresh mint oils and flavors into the mixture. This is the flavor foundation of your mojito.
  2. Optional Straining: For a smoother texture without mint leaf pieces, strain the mixture to remove the muddled mint leaves before proceeding.
  3. Prepare the Glasses: Fill four serving glasses halfway with ice. This chills the drink and keeps it refreshing.
  4. Combine Mojito and Rum Mixture: Pour the combined coconut rum mixture mixed with the lime, sugar, and mint into each glass until they are about 3/4 full, ensuring an even distribution of flavor.
  5. Add Sparkling Water and Garnish: Top off each glass with sparkling water for effervescence. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and sprinkle pomegranate arils on top for a festive pop of color and a hint of tartness. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you prefer a less sweet cocktail, reduce the sugar to 1/3 cup or adjust to taste.
  • The optional straining step ensures a smoother drink but can be skipped if you enjoy the texture of muddled mint.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best bright and tangy flavor.
  • Pomegranate arils add both color and a subtle crunch, enhancing the festive look.
  • Adjust the amount of sparkling water depending on how strong or light you want your mojito.
  • This cocktail can also be made ahead and refrigerated (before adding sparkling water and ice), but serve fresh for the best fizz.

Keywords: White Christmas Mojito, Coconut Mojito, Holiday Cocktail, Festive Drink, Mint Mojito, Coconut Rum Cocktail

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