Tangerine Mojito

Bursting with vibrant citrus flavors and refreshing minty notes, the Tangerine Mojito is a delightful twist on the classic mojito cocktail. This recipe combines juicy fresh tangerines, aromatic mint leaves, and a splash of lime juice for a zesty and invigorating drink perfect for warm days or festive gatherings. Sweetened with just a touch of granulated sugar and balanced with smooth white rum, this cocktail is topped off with bubbly club soda for a light, effervescent finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s garnished with radiant tangerine slices and a sprig of mint, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this easy-to-make Tangerine Mojito is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Fresh tangerines
• 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 2 ounces White rum
• 4 ounces Club soda
• 1 cup Crushed ice
• 2 pieces Tangerine slices
• 1 sprig Mint sprig

Directions

Step 1

Peel the tangerines and separate them into segments. Remove any seeds if necessary.

Step 2

In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, combine the tangerine segments, mint leaves, and sugar.

Step 3

Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently muddle the mixture to release the juices and blend the flavors. Avoid over-muddling as it can make the mint taste bitter.

Step 4

Add the fresh lime juice and white rum to the muddled mixture.

Step 5

Fill the glass or shaker with crushed ice and gently stir or shake to combine.

Step 6

Strain the mixture into a serving glass filled with fresh crushed ice.

Step 7

Top off with club soda and give it a gentle stir to mix.

Step 8

Garnish with a couple of tangerine slices and a sprig of mint for a beautiful presentation.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Tangerine Mojito!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	676.6 grams (676.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	291

Total Fat 0.80g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 41mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 42.30g	15%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 34.30g
Protein 2.20g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 107mg	8%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 445mg	9%

*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: 3.9%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 91.4%