Guava Mojito Tropical Refreshment (Printer-friendly)

A tropical blend of guava nectar, fresh mint, lime, and rum creates this refreshing summer beverage with Cuban flair.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Elements

01 - 8 fresh mint leaves
02 - 2 lime wedges
03 - 1 lime wheel for garnish

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 teaspoons granulated sugar or simple syrup

→ Juices

05 - 2 fl oz guava nectar
06 - 1 fl oz fresh lime juice

→ Spirits

07 - 2 fl oz white rum

→ Mixer

08 - Club soda, approximately 2 fl oz

→ Ice

09 - Crushed ice as needed

# Steps:

01 - In a sturdy highball glass, muddle the mint leaves with the sugar and lime wedges to release the essential oils and flavors.
02 - Add the guava nectar, fresh lime juice, and white rum to the glass. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
03 - Fill the glass completely with crushed ice.
04 - Top the drink with club soda and gently stir to mix all components evenly.
05 - Garnish with a lime wheel and a fresh mint sprig. Serve immediately.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like you're on a Caribbean beach, but you're actually just in your kitchen.
  • The guava adds just enough sweetness so you don't need to oversweeten it like traditional mojitos.
  • Takes ten minutes flat, perfect for when you want something special without the fuss.
02 -
  • Over-muddling the mint will make it taste bitter and break down the leaves into unappetizing bits that ruin the texture.
  • Temperature matters more than you'd think, so chill your glass beforehand if you have time, and don't skip the crushed ice because it melts at the right speed to keep things cold without watering it down too quickly.
03 -
  • If your guava nectar tastes too thick or syrupy, thin it with a splash of lime juice or club soda before mixing to get the balance right.
  • The key to the perfect mojito is not letting it sit once it's made, so assemble everything right before your guests arrive and mix individual drinks as people request them.
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