Mandarin Mojito

Elevate your cocktail game with the vibrant and citrusy Mandarin Mojito—a refreshing twist on the classic mojito. This easy 10-minute recipe combines the sweet juiciness of fresh mandarin oranges with aromatic mint leaves, a hint of sugar, and a splash of bold white rum, all topped with fizzy club soda for the perfect balance of flavors. Muddling the mandarins and mint unlocks their natural zest and fragrance, creating a cocktail that’s as fragrant as it is delicious. Served over crushed ice and garnished with a lime wedge and mandarin slice, this cocktail is perfect for summer afternoons, dinner parties, or simply treating yourself to a tropical escape. Find out how this delightful citrus mojito can transform your happy hour!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Fresh mandarin oranges
• 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 2 ounces White rum
• 4 ounces Club soda
• 1 cup Crushed ice
• 1 piece Lime wedge
• 1 piece Mandarin orange slice

Directions

Step 1

Peel the mandarin oranges and remove any seeds, then place the segments into a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker.

Step 2

Add the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar to the glass with the mandarin segments.

Step 3

Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently crush the mandarin segments and mint leaves to release their juices and aromas. Be careful not to overly tear the mint leaves.

Step 4

Add the white rum to the glass, followed by the crushed ice, and stir gently to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Pour the mixture into a serving glass, then top it with club soda to give the drink a fizzy finish.

Step 6

Stir the drink lightly to mix the club soda with the rest of the ingredients.

Step 7

Garnish the mojito with a lime wedge and a slice of mandarin orange for an extra citrusy touch.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Mandarin Mojito!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	624.6 grams (624.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	265

Total Fat 0.60g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 40mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 35.60g	13%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 29.50g
Protein 1.90g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 85mg	7%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 364mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.5%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 91.6%