Cucumber-Mint Mojito

The Cucumber-Mint Mojito is crisp, clean, and super refreshing. It keeps the classic mojito base of rum, lime, and mint, but adds fresh cucumber and lime-flavored sparkling water for an extra-cool twist. It’s light, not too sweet, and perfect for sipping outside. This version is easy to mix up and doesn’t need any special equipment, just fresh ingredients and a little muddling.

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Tasting Notes

This Cucumber-Mint Mojito is crisp and cooling, perfect when you want something light but still full of flavor. The cucumber brings a clean, fresh base that blends well with the mint. The lime juice gives it the right amount of acidity, cutting through the slight sweetness of the simple syrup. The white rum adds a gentle kick without being overpowering, while the lime-flavored sparkling water keeps things bubbly and refreshing. The drink finishes with a balance of brightness and coolness, thanks to the combination of cucumber and mint. It’s easy to drink and made for hot days or casual get-togethers.

Equipment and Glassware

Making this drink doesn’t require anything fancy. A sturdy shaker or mixing glass will help combine your ingredients quickly. You’ll also need a muddler to press the cucumber and mint without tearing them apart. A jigger or shot glass helps you measure accurately. For serving, a highball glass or Collins glass works well since they give plenty of room for ice and sparkling water. A bar spoon makes for an easy stir at the end. If you don’t have a muddler, the back of a wooden spoon works just fine in a pinch.

Ingredients

• 4–5 slices cucumber
• 2 oz white rum
• 1 oz lime juice
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• 6–8 mint leaves
• ½ cup lime-flavored sparkling water
• Mint sprig and cucumber slice, for garnish

Instructions

• In a tall glass, muddle the cucumber slices and mint leaves with lime juice and simple syrup.
• Add the rum and stir gently to combine.
• Fill the glass with ice.
• Top with lime sparkling water.
• Stir again, then garnish with a cucumber slice and mint sprig.

Pro Tips

• Use English cucumber for fewer seeds and a cleaner taste
• Smack mint leaves between your hands to release aroma before garnishing
• Don’t over-muddle the mint it can taste bitter
• Chill your glass ahead of time to keep the drink cooler longer
• Add more simple syrup if you prefer it slightly sweeter
• A cocktail strainer helps keep cucumber bits out of the glass
• Crushed ice melts faster, which can slightly mellow the drink
• Try lemon sparkling water if you don’t have lime
• Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor
• Avoid dark rum stick with a clean white variety

When to Serve

The Cucumber-Mint Mojito is perfect for summer afternoons, backyard gatherings, or any time you’re outside and want something that cools you down fast. It also works well for casual brunches or as a starter before a meal. Since it’s light on alcohol and heavy on fresh flavor, you can enjoy it without feeling weighed down. It’s also a great pick for small events like barbecues, pool days, or a relaxed evening on the patio. If you’re hosting a group, this recipe scales easily just mix in a pitcher and top each glass with sparkling water when serving.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

• White Rum
  • Bacardi Superior
  • Don Q Cristal
  • Cruzan Aged Light
  • Plantation 3 Stars
• Sparkling Water (Lime-Flavored)
  • LaCroix Lime
  • Spindrift Lime
  • San Pellegrino Limone e Menta
  • Waterloo Lime
• Simple Syrup
  • Monin
  • Homemade (1:1 sugar to water, boiled and cooled)

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