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Blackcurrant Mojito with Vanilla

July 6, 2016 by Jane Saunders 12 Comments

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If you need a new twist on your usual cocktail repertoire try a Blackcurrant Mojito. It’s fun. It’s fruity. It’s akin to a classic Mojito but with attitude… and a hint of vanilla

Blackcurrant Mojito cocktails in tall slim glasses with lime and mint

What’s that well-known saying – if something isn’t broken don’t try to fix it? Would you mind terribly if I ignored the rulebook, just for today, and tampered with the classic Mojito cocktail ever so slightly? I’m hoping, and assuming, you won’t mind at all once I’ve introduced you to this snazzy little Blackcurrant Mojito of mine.

This cocktail has a lot in common with a classic Mojito – white rum, lime and mint. However… it has been supercharged with my Blackcurrant Cordial, which, you’ll be thrilled to discover, comes with a neat little hit of vanilla added to the mix. It’s these blackcurrant and vanilla flavours that really set this Blackcurrant Mojito on fire. Think fresh, juicy & slightly tart summertime flavours all bundled up with the sweet, intoxicating undertones of vanilla.

A bottle of blackcurrant syrup next to fruit and mint

If you’re after a long, chilled summer drink to impress yourself (why not) or some guests, look no further. This Blackcurrant Mojito is abundantly fruity and slightly sparkling. The combination of blackcurrant, lime, mint and vanilla is sure to impress.

Blackcurrant syrup dripping down ice cubes in a glass

And just look at that radiant colour along with those bright, cheerful fresh mint sprigs. This cocktail really is the epitome of summertime – in a glass and with alcohol (bonus).

Blackcurrant Mojitos in tall slim glasses

At the risk of writing my shortest post ever, what more can I say? It’s time to re-write the rulebook, put aside your usual Mojito recipe and give this Blackcurrant Mojito a try. It may just make your cocktail loving heart beat a little faster.

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Blackcurrant Mojito

Blackcurrant Mojito with Vanilla

Jane Saunders
This cocktail has a lot in common with a classic Mojito – white rum, lime and mint. However… it has been supercharged with my Blackcurrant Cordial, which, you’ll be thrilled to discover, comes with a neat little hit of vanilla added to the mix. 
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Alcoholic Drink, Cocktail
Cuisine: Worldwide
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
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Ingredients

  • 10 ml Lime juice
  • 20 ml Blackcurrant (and vanilla) cordial – recipe available on this site
  • 10 Mint leaves
  • 40 ml White rum
  • 80 ml Soda water
  • ¼ Lime chopped into 3 wedges
  • Crushed ice

Garnish

  • Mint sprigs

Instructions

  • Begin by putting the 10 mint leaves and the lime juice into a tall glass. Muddle with a muddler (or the end of a rolling pin)
  • Top with crushed ice, layering in the lime wedges (give them a little squeeze as you drop them in)
  • Pour the blackcurrant cordial into the glass, followed by the white rum
  • Top with soda water, stir briefly and garnish with the mint sprigs
  • Serve immediately
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  1. Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake

    July 16, 2016 at 11:40 am

    I am totally in awe of this twist on the Mojito – those flavours and colours are just incredible! I have GOT to try this. Gonna have to keep an eye out for some blackcurrants – they’re not something I see around that oten forsome reason!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      July 16, 2016 at 2:10 pm

      Oh no! You need to get yourself to a PYO farm or a farmshop with a freezer section – several around us stock frozen blackcurrants all year long. Good luck on your blackcurrant quest, Michelle…

      Reply
  2. Lynn | The Road to Honey

    July 13, 2016 at 10:14 pm

    Yes, Yes, Yes. . . look at that bright vibrant color. It’s completely and utterly mesmerizing. But guess what. I don’t think I have every seen black currants in my area. Sooooo. . .wanna trade-sies black currents for fiddleheads? 😉

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      July 13, 2016 at 10:54 pm

      Definitely – let’s trade. But really – absolutely no blackcurrants? My heart is breaking for you. Can you buy tinned or frozen? Failing that get yourself some blackcurrant squash/ cordial/ syrup and drop in a vanilla pod.

      Reply
  3. Meghan | Fox and Briar

    July 11, 2016 at 10:20 pm

    5 stars
    These are just gorgeous Jane! I think it is perfectly reasonable for you to mess with the mojito when you are adding such delicious flavors and colors! Love the glasses they are in too!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      July 12, 2016 at 1:09 pm

      ah, thanks Meghan. I can’t guarantee that I won’t mess again next summer – I like variety.

      Reply
  4. Tina Marie

    July 11, 2016 at 10:09 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yes! It’s going to be Mojito time at my house. These look amazing!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      July 12, 2016 at 11:22 am

      Once you have the blackcurrant cordial made up it would be a crime not to use it all – Mojito away 😉

      Reply
  5. Michele Hall

    July 11, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    5 stars
    I can’t wait to try this… it does sound perfect. I bet the vanilla adds such a fun depth to the flavor! Looking forward to sipping it on Saturday!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      July 12, 2016 at 11:23 am

      You are spot on, Michele. That vanilla does add a certain something to the mix. Saturday better hurry up.

      Reply
  6. Jennifer A Stewart

    July 07, 2016 at 3:32 pm

    I’m always up for a mojito and this one looks delicious! I have never made black currant syrup so I am ready to get started! Happy hour is upon us!

    Reply
    • Jane Saunders

      July 07, 2016 at 4:06 pm

      Thanks Jennifer – it must be happy hour somewhere in the world right now – any excuse 😉

      Reply

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