The traditional Cuban drink is made with a strawberry-infused simple syrup.
And if you dont like your cocktails too sweet, fear not.
For more color or sweetness, just add an extra splash of syrup.
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What is a Strawberry Mojito Made Of?
A classicmojitois made fromrum,lime juice, muddledmint,seltzer, andsugar.
Does a Strawberry Mojito Contain Alcohol?
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What is the Difference Between a Mojito and Daiquiri?
Both are classic cocktails made with rum, but they arent the same drink.
Adaiquiricombines rum with lemon and/or lime juice, sugar, and crushed ice.
Add rum, lime juice, and enough ice to fill shaker, and shake vigorously 15 seconds.
Strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
Top with club soda.
Garnish with mint, a lime wheel, and a strawberry half.
Reduce heat to low; simmer until mixture is slightly reduced, about 20 minutes.
Skim off any foam from surface.
Pour strawberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer; discard solids.
Stir in 2 1/2 cupsgranulated sugaruntil dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
- Total 1 hour 30 min.
