As we inch closer and closer to summer, it’s time I start sharing some delectable summer cocktails. I thought I would start by sharing a recipe for this Pomegranate Mojito. It’s refreshing and would make a perfect addition to any summer cocktail party.
I’ve been sitting on this recipe for quite some time. Actually, two years to be exact. You see, the first time that I had a pomegranate mojito I was pregnant with Preston.
It was a virgin one, don’t worry.
Ryan and I were out on a date night and I was SO tired of having water every where we went. Then, and I’m not sure why it took 20 weeks into my second pregnancy to realize this, I could totally have a virgin drink. Suddenly a whole new world opened up! No more water only for me! I could have a margarita, I could have a daquari and I could have a Pomegranate Mojito!
I fell in love with it from first sip. It’s sweet, yet a little tart. It’s bubbly thanks to the club soda and super refreshing thanks to the mint.
Now that I am no longer pregnant, this mojito actually has rum in it. But if you don’t drink (or can’t at the moment) this pomegranate motijo is totally great without the alcohol too!
Also, can we just talk about these glasses for a second? I got them a Target and I am kind of obsessed. There are four different sayings: sweet summer, drink up, hello sunshine and fresh squeezed. They are just so fun. I can see myself breaking them out for summer parties and summer afternoon mommy time. You know… while the kids are playing in the sprinkler and mommy is drinking a pomegranate mojito.
Ahhh yes…Sweet Summer.
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lime wedge (plus one more for garnish)
- 3 mint leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup
- 2 ounces light rum
- 2 ounces pomegranate juice
- 4 ounces club soda
- ice
Instructions
- In the bottom of a glass, muddle together lime wedge, mint leaves and simple syrup.
- Fill cup 1/2 full with ice.
- Pour rum, pomegranate juice and club soda over the top. Stir.
- Garnish with lime wedge and mint leaves.
Ohhh I love this!! I am so happy to hear that, Brittany! Your comment reminds me that it’s been too long since I’ve had one :)
Another recipe I got from you years ago that is a favorite of mine (and my friends.) I get calls in the summertime from my camping friends asking me if I can make pomegranate mojitos during the upcoming camping weekend. Of course I bought cute plastic cups and paper straws to serve them!
Those are all looking so good. I am definitely checking them out!
Mojitos are my all time FAVE drink and I love that you worked pomegranate into this mojito to give it a festive feel 🙂 Cannot wait to try this out on NYE!!
When I visit…..you MUST make these for me! Deal!?!?
I love pomegranate & I love mojitos, so this summer cocktail is perfect! :) And I LOVE those glasses! Going to have to look for them the next time I am at Target.
Love that you added mint to this drink. So refreshing!
Pomegranate drinks are my favorite! I am all over this for summer!
What a wonderful epiphany you had! I love that you included both ways someone could make it. I am a fan of the traditional mojito, but I LOVE pomegranate. I must try this!
I don’t drink but the combination of pomegranate and mint sounds so awesome!
Oh my goodness!! What awesome flavors for a mojito! And I’m loving the fresh and bright color!!