If you’re looking for a refreshing summer cocktail, this peach mojito is just what you need! Made with fresh peaches, lime juice, sugar, light rum, club soda, and a mint garnish, it’s a delicious twist on the classic mojito.
I love how the combination of fresh herbs and sparkling bubbles makes mojitos special, and this peach version adds a fruity kick that’s perfect for hot days. It’s ready in just 15 minutes, so you can enjoy it in no time.
Personally, I enjoyed this drink alongside a Creamed Corn and Pepper and Egg Sandwich, and it was a perfect match!
What Is Peach Mojito?
A peach mojito is a refreshing twist on the classic mojito, incorporating ripe peaches for a fruity flavor. It combines the traditional mojito ingredients—rum, lime, mint, and sugar—with fresh peach puree or chunks. Here’s a quick rundown of what makes a peach mojito:
- Peach: Fresh peaches are used for their sweet and juicy flavor, either pureed or muddled.
- Rum: White rum is the base spirit, providing the alcoholic kick.
- Lime: Fresh lime juice adds tartness and balances the sweetness of the peaches.
- Mint: Fresh mint leaves contribute a fragrant, herbal note.
- Sugar: Simple syrup or granulated sugar sweetens the drink to taste.
- Soda Water: Club soda or sparkling water adds fizz and lightens the drink.
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Tips Which Might Help!
- Blend for Smoothness: For a smooth and thick texture, blend the rum, lime, peaches, and sweetener. If you don’t have a blender, you can mash the peaches by hand, though the texture will be less smooth.
- Muddling Mint: Use a muddler to crush the mint leaves, but if you don’t have one, a mortar and pestle will work just as well.
- Add Fruity Sparkle: For an extra burst of fruit flavor, top off the mojito with your favorite fruity sparkling water.
Peach Mojito Recipe
Equipment
- Muddler
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Strainer
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar – superfine or Simple Syrup
- 2 cups light rum
- 5 peaches – pitted peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup mint leaves – packed
- 4 cups club soda – chilled
- 1/3 cup lime juice – about 2 limes
Instructions
- Blend chopped peaches, sugar, and lime juice until smooth.
- Muddle mint leaves in a large pitcher.
- Add light rum and peach puree to the pitcher, then stir.
- Mix in club soda and stir well.
- Serve over ice, garnished with mint leaves, lime wedges, and fresh peach slices.
Nutrition
Variations You Can Make!
- Berry Peach Mojito: Add a handful of fresh berries (such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries) to the mix. Blend or muddle them with the peaches for a berry-infused twist.
- Peach Basil Mojito: Substitute mint with fresh basil for a different herbal flavor. Basil pairs wonderfully with peaches and adds a unique touch to the mojito.
- Spicy Peach Mojito: Add a few slices of fresh jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce to give the drink a spicy kick. Adjust the amount to suit your heat preference.
- Peach Ginger Mojito: Incorporate a splash of ginger beer or freshly grated ginger into the recipe for a zesty and slightly spicy flavor.
- Peach and Coconut Mojito: Use coconut water or coconut rum in place of some of the regular rum for a tropical twist. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.