Mandarin Mojito
Elevate your cocktail game with the vibrant and citrusy Mandarin Mojito—a refreshing twist on the classic mojito. This easy 10-minute recipe combines the sweet juiciness of fresh mandarin oranges with aromatic mint leaves, a hint of sugar, and a splash of bold white rum, all topped with fizzy club soda for the perfect balance of flavors. Muddling the mandarins and mint unlocks their natural zest and fragrance, creating a cocktail that’s as fragrant as it is delicious. Served over crushed ice and garnished with a lime wedge and mandarin slice, this cocktail is perfect for summer afternoons, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself to a tropical escape. Find out how this delightful citrus mojito can transform your happy hour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Fresh mandarin oranges
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 2 ounces White rum
- 4 ounces Club soda
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 1 piece Lime wedge
- 1 piece Mandarin orange slice
Instructions
Peel the mandarin oranges and remove any seeds, then place the segments into a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker.
Add the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar to the glass with the mandarin segments.
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently crush the mandarin segments and mint leaves to release their juices and aromas. Be careful not to overly tear the mint leaves.
Add the white rum to the glass, followed by the crushed ice, and stir gently to combine the flavors.
Pour the mixture into a serving glass, then top it with club soda to give the drink a fizzy finish.
Stir the drink lightly to mix the club soda with the rest of the ingredients.
Garnish the mojito with a lime wedge and a slice of mandarin orange for an extra citrusy touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mandarin Mojito!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 364 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
