Fruity Passion Mojito

Looking for the perfect drink to kick off your Friday evening? Look no further! The Fruity Passion Mojito is a tropical twist on the classic mojito, combining the zesty tang of lime with the exotic sweetness of passion fruit. The best part? You don’t need to be an experienced bartender to whip up this refreshing cocktail.

Whether you’re unwinding solo or hosting a small gathering, this drink is guaranteed to set the mood for a laid-back, fun-filled evening.

Ingredients (for 1 drink):

• 1 passion fruit (or passion fruit juice if fresh isn’t available)
• 8–10 fresh mint leaves
• 1 lime (juice from half a lime + a few wedges for garnish)
• 2 tsp granulated sugar or raw sugar
• 5 cl (1.7 oz) light rum (or tonic water for a non-alcoholic version)
• Soda water (or sparkling water)
• Crushed ice (or regular ice cubes)

How to Make It:

1. Muddle the base: In a tall glass, add the mint leaves, sugar, and the juice from half a lime. Use the back of a spoon or a muddler to gently crush the ingredients together. This releases the mint’s aroma and blends the flavors.
   
   
2. Add passion fruit: Scoop the pulp from the passion fruit and stir it into the mix. If you’re using passion fruit juice, pour in about 2–3 cl (1 oz).
   
   
3. Fill with ice: Fill the glass with crushed ice or a handful of regular ice cubes.
   
   
4. Pour in the rum: Add the light rum for the classic version, or substitute with tonic water for an alcohol-free twist.
   
   
5. Top with soda: Pour soda or sparkling water over the ice until the glass is nearly full. Stir gently to combine.
   
   
6. Garnish and serve: Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint for a vibrant, Instagram-worthy finish.

Why It’s Perfect:

• It’s fresh, fruity, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness and tang.
  
  
• No fancy tools are needed – just a glass and the ingredients!
  
  
• It’s versatile: easily switch to a mocktail by skipping the rum.

Pro tip: If you’re entertaining, make this in a pitcher for a crowd-friendly option – just multiply the ingredients by the number of servings.

Raise your glass and toast to the weekend! 🥂