Is there anything that says ‘summer’ more than a vibrant, ice-cold mojito? When the sun is shining and the days are long, my husband and I love nothing more than relaxing on our back patio with friends. Our go-to drink? A big pitcher of these incredible Strawberry Mojitos. They’re bursting with fresh berry and mint flavor, perfectly balanced, and so easy to scale up for a crowd. This recipe is our secret to effortless summer entertaining!
Ingredients
• 2 large strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 8-10 fresh mint leaves
• ½ lime, cut into 4 wedges
• 1 tablespoon / 15 ml fresh lime juice
• 2 teaspoons powdered erythritol
• 2 ounces / 60 ml white rum
• 5 ounces / 150 ml club soda
• Fresh strawberries and mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Fill a 16-ounce / 475 ml highball glass to the top with ice and set aside.
3. In a cocktail shaker, combine the sliced strawberries, mint leaves, lime wedges, fresh lime juice, and powdered erythritol. Gently muddle the to release their oils and juices—be careful not to shred the mint.
4. Pour the white rum into the shaker, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
5. Strain the mojito mixture from the shaker into your prepared ice-filled glass. Top generously with club soda.
6. Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice and a sprig of mint before serving immediately.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition Facts
• PER SERVING
• CALORIES: 147
• FAT: 0.1g
• PROTEIN: 0.4g
• TOTAL CARBS: 5.7g
• FIBER: 1.3g
• NET CARBS: 4.4g
• ERYTHRITOL: 8g
Pro Tips
• Don’t over-muddle the mint! Press and twist gently just enough to release the essential oils. Shredding the leaves will result in a bitter taste.
• To make a pitcher for a crowd, multiply the by the number of servings. Muddle everything in the bottom of the pitcher, add the rum and stir, then let guests top their own glasses with ice and club soda to keep it fizzy.
• For a delicious non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum. You can add a splash of coconut water or a little extra club soda to make up for the volume.
• Powdered erythritol dissolves best, but you can also use a simple syrup made with your favorite keto-friendly sweetener. Just dissolve it in a little hot water and let it cool before using.
FAQ
Q: Can I make a pitcher of this strawberry mojito for a crowd
A: Yes, to make a pitcher, multiply the ingredients by your desired number of servings. Muddle the strawberries, mint, lime, and sweetener in the bottom of the pitcher, stir in the rum, and allow guests to top their own glasses with ice and club soda to maintain fizziness.
Q: How do you make a non-alcoholic version of this drink
A: For a delicious non-alcoholic mocktail, simply omit the rum from the recipe. You can add a splash of coconut water or a little extra club soda to make up for the volume.
Q: What is the best way to muddle mint without making it bitter
A: The key is to be gentle. Press and twist the muddler just enough to release the mint’s essential oils. Avoid shredding or tearing the leaves, as this will release chlorophyll and create a bitter taste.
Q: Is this strawberry mojito recipe keto-friendly
A: Yes, this recipe is designed to be keto-friendly. It uses powdered erythritol as a sweetener and contains only 4.4g of net carbs per serving according to the nutritional information.
