Blood Orange Mint Sparkler

Enjoy the refreshing zing of citrus and the coolness of mint in this classic mojito with a twist. The Blood Orange Mint Sparkler is a delightful variation of the traditional mojito, perfect for lifting your spirits during the winter months. This cocktail offers a burst of citrus brightness and is best served in a low ball or the classic Collins or high ball glass.

Blood Orange Mint Sparkler

A refreshing twist on the classic mojito, the Blood Orange Mint Sparkler combines the zesty flavor of blood orange with the coolness of mint, creating a delightful cocktail for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 Lime, cut into 4 wedges
  • 5-7 Mint Leaves
  • 1 - 1 1/2 oz Simple Syrup (to taste)
  • 2 oz White or Light Rum
  • 1 1/2 oz Blood Orange Juice (fresh squeezed)
  • Crushed Ice
  • Club Soda
  • Thinly sliced Orange
  • Thinly sliced Lime
  • Mint Sprigs

Instructions

  1. In a low ball glass or cocktail mixing glass, combine lime wedges and mint leaves.
  2. Add simple syrup and muddle the mixture for about 30 seconds to release the lime juice and mint oils.
  3. Pour in the rum, strain in blood orange juice, and top with ice. Stir well.
  4. Strain the mixture into an ice-filled double low ball cocktail glass and top with club soda. Stir again and adjust the simple syrup to taste.
  5. Garnish with thinly sliced orange, lime, and mint sprigs.
  6. Alternatively, for a high ball or Collins glass, muddle the lime and mint, add simple syrup, ice, rum, and blood orange juice. Stir and top with club soda. Adjust simple syrup to taste and garnish with orange, lime, and mint.