Did you get your taxes filed on time? It took three tries for my Federal return to be accepted, and I have my fingers crossed that the Arizona and Iowa returns were accepted as well. Can we please switch to a flat tax without all of the stupid deductions….PLEASE!! Since we all know that that will never happen, how about a refreshing Berry Mojito to brighten up your Monday…..
If you are having a feeling of déjà vu….like you’re pretty sure that you’ve seen this cocktail before, well you have. I created this yummy Berry Mojito as a Panthers Super Bowl 2016 Cocktail, but I didn’t want it to only see the light of day when the Panthers are playing…it is way too delicious to only serve during football season, lol
The temperatures here in Arizona are already in the 90’s, and we will be getting really close to the century mark on Thursday, so cool, refreshing cocktails are needed. We have also spent the past four days shoveling 12 tons of decorative rock, so something to relax some very sore muscles is in order as well. 😉
I started with my Blackberry Simple Syrup recipe, but used half blue berries, and half blackberries…..
You can make the syrup ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for a couple of days so you’re ready when a Berry Mojito craving strikes!
Place mint leaves, lime juice, a few crushed ice cubes, and berry syrup in a cocktail shaker…..
Muddle to release the flavors. {I have this Mojito Muddler from Amazon}
Add the rum with a few more ice cubes, shake to combine.
Strain into 2 cocktail glasses filled with ice.
Top with club soda, stir and garnish with mint and fresh berries…..
The perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day, while sitting on the porch and admiring my new rock…all 12 tons of it!!!
After a few more days of shoveling rock, a Tropical Painkiller will be a good option as well…..
Once we are in the 100’s, I will be dreaming of being a Bahama Mama searching for a tropical breeze to cool off. 😉
I am liking this plan. 🙂
Enjoy!!
Berry Mojito
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| Serves | 2 |
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Meal type | Beverage |
Ingredients
- 12 fresh mint leaves
- 2 Ounces berry simple syrup
- juice of one lime
- crushed ice cubes
- 6 Fresh blackberries
- 6 Fresh blueberries
- 4 Ounces light rum
- 4 Ounces club soda
Directions
| Place mint leaves, lime juice, a few crushed ice cubes, and berry syrup in a cocktail shaker. | |
| Muddle to release the flavors | |
| Add the rum with a few more ice cubes, shake to combine. | |
| Strain into 2 cocktail glasses filled with ice. | |
| Top with club soda, stir and garnish with mint and fresh berries. | |
This recipe will be partying at these link parties!
Looks delicious. Thanks for sharing at the #InspirationSpotlight Pinned & shared. See you again soon!
This looks super refreshing – and I agree, we could all use a drink after doing our taxes! Too bad you can’t send a few degrees out to Michigan…it was in the upper 30s/lower 40s here today. I’ll just crank the heat, make a mojito, and pretend it’s summer!
Hi Lisa, thanks so much for sharing your soooooo fabulous refreshing and delicious Berry Mojito this weekend with Foodie Friends Friday part. Your photos are so stunning as well. I’m ready for this mojito now and it’s only 1:00 pm, but life’s crazy and it’s time to sit back. I’ll be pinning and sharing this weekend. Thanks again and we look forward to seeing you again soon with another winning recipe.