Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beach cocktails, cantaloupe cocktails, Club Soda Cocktails, mojito recipes, rum cocktails, summer cocktails
Servings: 1
- 3 oz cantaloupe rum
- ¾ oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 3 oz club soda
- 2 sprigs fresh mint
- Garnish: mint sprig and cantaloupe slices
In a cocktail shaker, combine cantaloupe rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and mint.
Add ice and shake firmly for about 10 seconds.
Double strain over fresh ice in Collins glass to keep out mint pieces and pulp.
Pour in the chilled club soda and stir gently.
Garnish with a sprig of mint and two slices of cantaloupe.
Pro Tips
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Lightly slap the mint before adding it to the shaker to release its oils without bitterness.
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Use fresh, ripe cantaloupe to infuse your own rum for a stronger melon flavor.
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To boost aroma, gently stir the drink after pouring to mix the club soda and release the mint.