Description
This White Christmas Mojito is a creamy twist on the classic mojito cocktail, featuring fresh mint, lime juice, light rum, and a smooth coconut creamer for a tropical flavor. Garnished with pomegranate arils and a sprig of mint, it’s a festive and refreshing drink perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you want a luxurious cocktail with a hint of coconut and mint.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4-5 Mint Leaves plus a sprig of mint for garnish
- 1 ounce Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 ounces Light Rum
- 1 ounce Club Soda
- 4 ounces Coffee Creamer Coconut Creme (for a less sweet drink, substitute with canned unsweetened coconut milk)
- Ice Cubes
- Pomegranate Arils for garnish
Instructions
- Add Mint Leaves: Place 4-5 fresh mint leaves into a cocktail glass to begin building the fresh herb base flavor.
- Squeeze Lime Juice: Squeeze 1 ounce of fresh lime juice directly into the glass over the mint leaves to add citrus brightness and acidity.
- Muddle Mint and Lime Juice: Gently muddle the mint leaves and lime juice together to release the mint’s essential oils and meld the flavors.
- Add Ice Cubes: Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the drink properly and allow dilution.
- Combine Liquids: Pour in 2 ounces of light rum, 1 ounce club soda, and 4 ounces of coffee creamer coconut creme or unsweetened coconut milk, then stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the drink with a fresh sprig of mint and a handful of pomegranate arils for a festive touch and serve immediately.
Notes
- See recipe post for tips and variations to customize sweetness or creaminess.
- Use canned unsweetened coconut milk as a lighter alternative to coconut creamer for less sweetness.
- Drink responsibly, as this is an alcoholic cocktail.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (approx. 12 oz)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
