Festive White Christmas Mojitos with Coconut Rum & Mint (Holiday Cocktail)
Festive White Christmas Mojitos with Coconut Rum and Mint are a refreshing holiday cocktail perfect for celebrations. This vibrant drink combines muddled fresh mint leaves, zesty lime juice, and sugar with a tropical blend of white and coconut rum, creamy coconut milk, and sparkling water. Garnished with pomegranate arils and extra mint, it offers a bubbly, creamy twist on the classic mojito that’s both festive and delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cocktail Base
- 3/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup packed mint leaves plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup white rum
- 1/2 cup coconut rum
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
To Serve
- Sparkling water, to top off
- Pomegranate arils, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Muddle the Mint: In a large pitcher, combine the mint leaves, sugar, and lime juice. Use a muddler to press and bruise the mint leaves, releasing their fresh aroma and flavor, while dissolving the sugar into the lime juice for a balanced sweet and tart base.
- Mix the Alcohol and Coconut Milk: Add the white rum, coconut rum, and canned coconut milk into the pitcher with the muddled mint mixture and stir well to combine, ensuring the cocktail has a creamy, tropical texture and flavor.
- Prepare Glasses: Fill four glasses halfway with ice cubes to chill and set the stage for the mojito.
- Serve the Cocktail: Pour the coconut rum mixture evenly into each glass, filling about three-quarters full, allowing room for the sparkling water.
- Add Sparkling Water and Garnish: Top each glass with sparkling water for a refreshing fizz. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and a sprinkle of pomegranate arils for a colorful, festive presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy the bubbly holiday twist!
Notes
- For a smoother drink, optionally strain out the muddled mint leaves before pouring the mixture into glasses.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or use a sugar substitute if preferred.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best bright and tangy flavor.
- Sparkling water can be plain or flavored for added taste variation.
- This cocktail is best served immediately to retain the freshness of the mint and fizz from the sparkling water.