Cold, refreshing, and exactly what a warm day calls for.
I’ve officially declared this summer the season of frozen drinks! What began with a lazy afternoon tanning and sipping homemade piña coladas has evolved into a menu featuring White Wine Peach Sangria, Watermelon Frosé, Frozen Lemonade and this refreshing Frozen Mint Mojito.
And the best part about these blended cocktails?
They can be made with alcohol or without any at all for a mocktail recipe!
Inspired by the sweet mint overflowing in our garden, I created this frozen mojito when I ran out of lemons but had a few limes on hand. Unlike classic mojitos, this frozen version blends the mint into the drink, making it absolutely BURSTING with flavor!
Ingredients and Substitutions
For the exact measurements and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card below.
- Limes. Freshly squeezed lime juice and lime zest are used in this recipe. You’ll need about 4 to 5 medium-sized limes to get enough juice.
- Sweetener. A number of different sweeteners can be used in this drink. It completely depends on your dietary preference. Honey is the best option; it pairs perfectly with the tart lime juice and adds a nice floral flavor to the drink. Agave is another liquid sweetener that can be used if you are vegan. Regular white sugar or stevia can also be used.
- Mint. The main ingredient here since it gives the bulk of the flavor to this drink. It is key that you use a mint variety you absolutely love. (Try to stay away from peppermint and opt for the sweet mint varieties like spearmint.)
- Rum. Feel free to leave this out and substitute with water if you would prefer a non-alcoholic version. Darker rums have been aged longer and thus have a stronger flavor that will overpower the mint and lime flavors of a mojito. White rums are aged for less time and maintain a light, fresh flavor.
- Coconut Cream. A few tablespoons of coconut cream help to balance out the acidity of the lime juice while also making the drink super smooth. If you can’t find coconut cream, refrigerate coconut milk (without shaking!) for at least 6 hours and scoop off the cream from the top of the can.
Step-by-step Instructions
Please see the recipe card below for the full instructions, ingredient amounts, and a printable recipe.
Prepare the ingredients.
If you don’t know how to zest a lemon or lime, there are 5 different ways using the tools and utensils you already have on hand.
The best kitchen tool for zesting is a microplane. Not only is it super easy to use, but it also finely grates the rind so it will easily disperse throughout your dishes and drinks.
For juicing, a citrus juicer extracts the most liquid from the fruit.
Pro Tip: When using both fresh lime zest and juice in a recipe it is best to ZEST the lime before JUICING.
Combine ingredients in a blender.
Add lime juice, zest, honey, cream, mint, rum, and 3 cups of ice to a high-speed blender. Load the liquid and mint closest to the blade, and the ice last. This will ensure even blending.
Blend the ingredients on medium speed for 1-2 minutes, or until completely smooth.
Add more ice if you would like it thicker or additional water if you would like it creamier.
FAQs
While both are rum-based drinks, there are some differences between the mojito and daquiri. Mojitos contain mint, a sweetener, lime, and oftentimes coconut. Daquiris, on the other hand, are blended or served with crushed ice and have lemon.
While no one knows exactly why a mojito is called that name, a prominent thought is that the name came from mojo, which is a seasoning from Cuba that is made from lime. Another idea comes from the word mojadito, which is Spanish for “lightly wet.”
Yes. Simply skip the rum and add a splash of sparkling water or extra lime juice for a refreshing mocktail version.
Fresh spearmint is ideal for mojitos because it has a light, sweet flavor that isn’t overpowering.
White rum is the classic choice since it has a light, clean flavor that pairs well with lime and mint without overpowering them.
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Frozen Mojito Recipe
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Ingredients
- ½ cup lime juice freshly squeezed, about 4-5 limes
- 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¾ cup white rum
- ¼ cup finely chopped sweet mint
- 2 tablespoons coconut cream
- 3 cups ice
- ¼-½ cup water optional
Instructions
- Add lime juice, zest, sweetener, rum, mint, cream, and 3 cups of ice to a high-speed blender. Blend ingredients on medium for 1-2 minutes, or until completely smooth. Add more ice if you would like it thicker or additional water if you would like it smoother.½ cup lime juice, 1 tablespoon grated lime zest, ⅓ cup honey, ¾ cup white rum, ¼ cup finely chopped sweet mint, 2 tablespoons coconut cream, 3 cups ice, ¼-½ cup water
- Serve frozen mojito in a glass with a sugared rim and a lime wedge. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Prepping Ahead: Prepare the frozen mojito and place it in a freezer safe plastic container. When ready to serve, pull it out 1-2 hours in advance. Blend until smooth and to your desired consistency.
- Best Blender: A high-speed blender such as a Vitamix is the best to use!
- Make it a Mocktail: Simply replace the alcohol with water to make it family-friendly.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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