Spring Berry Mojito (Vegan) Cocktail Recipe

Bright mixed berries, fresh mint, and a splash of rum—this Spring Berry Mojito (Vegan) cocktail tastes like sunshine in a glass. It looks pretty, it mixes fast, and it somehow manages to be both refreshing and a little cheeky. Want one? Let’s make it.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 1

Course: cocktails, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Tumbler or Collins glass
Muddler or the back of a wooden spoon
Jigger or measuring shot 2 oz measure
Bar spoon or long spoon for stirring
Citrus juicer optional but handy
Small strainer optional, if you don’t like berry seeds
You don’t need fancy bar tools. An ordinary kitchen muddler or even the handle of a wooden spoon works fine. IMO improvisation counts as talent.

Equipment

Tumbler or Collins glass
Muddler (or the back of a wooden spoon)
Jigger or measuring shot (2 oz measure)
Bar spoon or long spoon for stirring
Citrus juicer (optional but handy)
Small strainer (optional, if you don’t like berry seeds)
You don’t need fancy bar tools. An ordinary kitchen muddler or even the handle of a wooden spoon works fine. IMO, improvisation counts as talent.

Method

Muddle the fruit & mint. Place 3 raspberries, 3 blackberries, 6 mint leaves, 3 dashes cardamom, 2 tsp sugar, and juice of 1 lime in the bottom of your tumbler. Use your muddler to press and twist until the berries break and the mint releases aroma. Don’t pulverize into mush; you want flavor, not a smoothie.
Add rum. Pour 2 oz white rum over the muddled mixture. Stir gently to dissolve the sugar and lift flavors.
Add ice & top. Drop in 3 ice cubes, top with club soda to taste (about 2–3 oz), and add one more dash of cardamom on top.
Garnish & serve. Garnish with a mint sprig and a few fresh berries. Serve with a straw (or not—cute glass photos are optional but encouraged).
Pro tip: Use chilled club soda for maximum fizz. If you prefer a lighter cocktail, reduce rum to 1.5 oz and add a splash more soda.

Notes

Serving suggestions & pairings

This cocktail pairs beautifully with light spring appetizers:

Avocado crostini with lemon zest
Citrus quinoa salad with herbs
Spring rolls with peanut dipping sauce
Simple tapas: olives, roasted almonds, or marinated artichoke hearts

Serve the Spring Berry Mojito (Vegan) cocktail as a pre-dinner sipper at brunch or poolside. It brightens heavier dishes and cleanses the palate between bites.

Make-ahead & storage tips

Pre-mix berry base: Muddle berries, sugar, and lime in a mason jar and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add rum and soda when ready.
Pre-chill glassware: Keep glasses in the freezer for extra crispness.
Don’t pre-mix with soda: Add club soda just before serving to keep the fizz.

If you plan a party, pre-muddle three times the base (berries, sugar, lime) and keep it cold. When guests arrive, you’ll just add rum, ice, and soda—easy and classy.