Basil Berry Bliss
This refreshing Blackberry Basil Mojito is a perfect balance of tangy lime, sweet blackberries, and aromatic basil. It's a delightful cocktail that captures the essence of summertime, making it ideal for relaxing at happy hours or entertaining friends with a taste of seasonal produce.
Basil Berry Bliss
A refreshing cocktail with sweet blackberries and aromatic basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cane sugar
- 1/2 medium lime (quartered)
- 3 ripe blackberries (plus more for garnish)
- 6-7 basil leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 1.70 ounces white rum (such as Bacardi)
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1/4 cup soda water (aka club soda)
Instructions
- In a cocktail glass, gently muddle lime segments, blackberries, and sugar 7-8 times.
- Add basil and muddle again 4-5 times to infuse flavor.
- Pour in white rum and gently stir to combine.
- Add crushed ice, gently stir, and top with a splash of club soda.
- Stir once more and garnish with additional crushed ice and basil.