Everything You Need to Enjoy National Mojito Day
July 11th can mean so much to many people; maybe it’s your birthday, a special anniversary, or National Mojito Day. The go-to Cuban cocktail can be had the classic way or in flavors like coconut, passion fruit, strawberry, and more. While it’s usually made with rum, this list has recipes for you to try with different spirits as long as you’re 21 and older and drink responsibly.
According to Taste Cocktails, The exact origin of the mojito is often debated because while La Bodeguita del Medio in Havana is famous for claiming it as the cocktail’s birthplace, some stories trace it back to African slaves in Cuba who made a drink with sugar cane alcohol called aguardiente de caña. Another story dates back to the 1500s when Sir Francis Drake’s crew landed in Cuba suffering from scurvy and dysentery. Local remedies made with sugar cane alcohol, mint, lime, and sugar cane juice helped them recover, and a similar drink became known as “El Draque.” Over time, the recipe evolved, and with the rise of Bacardí in the 1800s and Ernest Hemingway’s love for the drink, the mojito grew into one of Cuba’s most famous cocktails. Also, the name “mojito” may have come from the word mojo, meaning a spell or Cuban lime-based seasoning, though there are other theories about its name.
Regardless of where the recipe or name came from, we all love to have mojitos, and these cocktails and ready-to-serve drinks will have you celebrating today and all year round.
BACARDÍ Mojito
There’s nothing like going to the source or go-to rum for a classic mojito, which Barcardí has you covered for.
Barcardí Mojito
- Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz BACARDÍ Superior
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz Soda
- 0.5 oz Sugar Syrup (1:1)
- Small handful of mint
- Crushed ice
- Highball Glass
- Recipe:
- In a highball glass, add BACARDÍ Superior rum, fresh lime juice, sugar syrup, and a splash of soda water
- Add mint leaves to the glass, gently pressing with a bar spoon to release their oils. Leave the spoon in the glass
- Fill ¾ of the glass with crushed ice. Churn the mixture with a bar spoon to combine. Top with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a fresh sprig. Serve immediately and enjoy your perfectly crafted BACARDÍ Mojito.
READY-TO-DRINK Mojito
Bacardí has thought about it all when you don’t even have to play bartender with their ready-to-drink mojito.
Palm Republic Cojito
Another rum-focused recipe with Palm Republic Cojito: a bright, refreshing riff on the classic Mojito, blending mint, lime, and a hint of coconut for a smooth, tropical lift with a clean finish.
Palm Republic Cojito
- Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Palm Republic Silver Rum
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- .5 oz fresh lime juice
- .5 oz sparkling coconut water or lime flavored seltzer
- (La Croix key lime preferred)
- Glassware:
- Collins glass
- Garnish:
- Lime wedge and mint bouquet
- Method:
- Roll mint leaves gently in your hands to release oils and drop in the bottom of a Collins glass.
- Add all ingredients to Collins glass.
- Top with crushed or cubed ice.
- Use a bar spoon to incorporate the ingredients.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and mint bouquet
Patrón Mojito
Patrón Mojito gives you the classic drink’s flavor, but if you’re not a rum fan, this recipe uses Patrón Silver.
Patrón Mojito
- Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Patrón Silver
- 1 oz Sparkling water .75 oz
- Simple syrup .75 oz
- Fresh lime juice
- 3 Sprigs fresh mint
- Lime wedge for garnish
- How to Make:
- In the bottom of a mixing glass, muddle two sprigs of mint with simple syrup.
- Add spirits and lime juice.
- Shake vigorously with ice to chill.
- Strain onto fresh ice in a collins or highball glass.
- Top with sparkling water and stir.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and the remaining sprig of mint.
Berry Mojito
Another twist on the mojito, this time with Hennessy as the star spirit and with a flavored recipe.
Berry Mojito
- Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Hennessy V.S
- .5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 5 Berries
- .5 oz Simple Syrup
- A splash Club soda
- 2 Garnish with Mint Spring
- Method:
- Muddle in fruit, mint and simple syrup in a mixing tin
- Add remaining ingredients and ice to tin and shake
- Double strain into collins glass filled with ice
- Garnish with mint sprig and fresh berries
MOJITO BLANCO
Another mojito made with tequila, this time catered to all those fans of Don Julio.
MOJITO BLANCO
- Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Don Julio Blanco Tequila
- 0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
- 6 leaves of Fresh Mint, muddled
- 1 oz Club Soda
- 1 sprig Mint
- Preparation:
- Muddle fresh mint in a cocktail shaker.
- Put Tequila, Lime Juice, and Simple Syrup into the cocktail shaker.
- Add ice and shake vigorously.
- Add club soda, shake once, and pour into a glass.
- Garnish with a mint sprig.
If vodka is more your vibe, Absolut also has the perfect recipe for you to enjoy without giving up the flavors you love.
Absolut Lime Mojito
Absolut Lime Mojito
- Ingredients:
- 40 ml Absolut Lime
- 20 ml Lime Juice
- 15 ml Simple Syrup
- Soda Water
- Mint Leaves
- 1 Lime Wedge
- Crushed Ice
- What You’ll Need:
- Muddler
- Citrus Press
- Jigger
- How to Mix:
- Use a jigger to measure and pour 20 ml simple syrup into a highball glass.
- Add mint leaves.
- Use a muddler to gently muddle the mint and simple syrup.
- Fill your glass with crushed ice.
- Add 40 ml Absolut Lime.
- Add 20 ml lime juice.
- Top with soda water to taste.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a wedge of lime.
Mango and Mint Mojito
Another option for ready-to-serve is On The Rocks’ Mango & Mint Mojito, crafted with Cruzan® Rum, real cane sugar, juicy mango, and bold mint balancing the sweetness, brightness, and fizz in the cocktail.
Elderflower Mojito
A floral mojito is always a good idea for the palate, and St‑Germain’s ElderFlower Mojito is just what you need.
ElderFlower Mojito
- Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 oz ST‑GERMAIN
- 1 1/4 oz BACARDÍ Carta Blanca rum
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/4 oz simple sugar
- 1 1/4 oz Sparkling Water
- Mint sprig to garnish
- Directions:
- Pour St‑Germain, white rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, sugar and mint into a highball glass.
- Add crushed ice and churn well.
- Add more crushed ice and top with a splash of soda water.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a bio-degradable straw.
D’USSÉ Sparkling Mojito Sangria
It has D’USSÉ and bubbles; what more can you want in a mojito? So get the ingredients together and prepare that D’USSÉ Sparkling Mojito Sangria.
D’USSÉ Sparkling Mojito Sangria
- Ingredients:
- 12 OZ D’USSÉ VSOP Cognac
- 12 OZ Fresh Lime Juice
- 12 OZ Simple Syrup
- 750 ML MARTINI & ROSSI Asti
- 12 Lime Wheels
- 25 Mint Leaves
- Glass & Garnish:
- Large Sangria Pitcher, Stemless Wine & Lime Wheel, Mint Sprig
- Method:
- Add all ingredients into a sangria pitcher.
- Slap mint between both hands to release oil.
- Add ice.
- Stir until well mixed.
- Pour into ice-filled stemless wine glasses.
- Recipe makes 4 to 6 servings.
Cilantro Hops
Calling all reposado lovers! We have a mojito made with 400 conejos calling your name, and you won’t want to miss trying the Cilantro Hops.
Cilantro Hops
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz of 400 Conejos® Reposado
- .70 oz Lime Juice
- .50 oz Agave Syrup
- .25 oz Orange Liquer
- Garnish: 1 Sprig of Cilantro
- Directions:
- Combine ingredients in a shaker tin with ice and shake to chill. Fine strain into a coupe glass and garnish.
- For those looking for an herby cocktail that is a little different than your mint-forward Mojito, the Cilantro Hops is a refreshing green drink that is sure to be just as refreshing and delicious.