Description
A delightful twist on the classic mojito that combines sweet apple cider with refreshing mint and tangy lime, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 1/2 ounces simple syrup
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 2 ounces light rum
- 2 ounces apple cider
- Crushed ice
- Club soda
- Apples, sliced for garnish
- Mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the mint base by muddling fresh mint leaves and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker.
- Add the lime juice, light rum, and apple cider to the shaker with crushed ice.
- Shake vigorously until chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
- Prepare your glasses by filling them with crushed ice.
- Serve by straining the mixture into the prepared glasses and topping with club soda.
- Garnish with sliced apples and a sprig of fresh mint before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are cold for the best experience. You can prepare the mint base in advance and store it in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg