Beat the heat with the most refreshing cocktail of the summer! This frozen mojito recipe is everything you love about the classic drink, transformed into an irresistibly slushy and frosty treat. It’s perfectly balanced with zesty lime, fresh mint, and smooth white rum.
Forget complicated steps. We’ve perfected this recipe to be incredibly simple, delivering a flawless, smooth texture every single time. Get your blender ready for a taste of paradise!
Why You’ll Love This Frozen Mojito Recipe
If you’re a fan of vibrant, refreshing cocktails, this blended mojito will become your new favorite. Here’s why it stands out:
- Perfectly Smooth Texture: Our special technique ensures you get a silky-smooth slushy without any unpleasant, leafy bits of mint.
- Incredibly Refreshing: The icy blend of fresh mint and tangy lime is the ultimate way to cool down on a hot day.
- Quick and Easy: From start to finish, you can be sipping on this delightful drink in about 10 minutes.
- Crowd-Pleaser: This recipe is easy to scale up for parties. A pitcher of these will be the star of any gathering!
The Secret to a Perfect Frozen Mojito (No Green Specks!)
The biggest challenge with blended mojitos is the mint. Tossing whole leaves into a blender often results in tiny, bitter green flecks that get stuck in your teeth. Nobody wants that!
The solution is simple: a quick mint-infused simple syrup. By gently heating the mint with sugar and water, you extract all of its bright, fresh flavor without pulverizing the leaves. This guarantees a smooth, perfectly flavored, and beautifully pale green drink.
Key Ingredients
Making a spectacular frozen mojito requires just a handful of fresh, high-quality ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- White Rum: The heart of the mojito! A good quality light or white rum provides a clean, smooth base that lets the mint and lime shine.
- Fresh Mint Leaves: Spearmint is the classic choice for its sweet, refreshing flavor. Make sure it’s fresh and vibrant.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Absolutely essential. Please use freshly squeezed lime juice, not the bottled kind. The difference in taste is enormous.
- Simple Syrup: A mix of equal parts sugar and water creates the perfect sweetness. We’ll infuse ours with mint for maximum flavor.
- Ice: The key to that frosty, slushy consistency. You’ll need about 2-3 cups per serving.
Essential Equipment
You don’t need a professional bar setup, but one piece of equipment is non-negotiable for this frozen mojito recipe.
- High-Powered Blender: This is the star of the show. A powerful blender will crush the ice into a fine, smooth slush without struggling. A Vitamix, Blendtec, or Ninja will work wonders.
- Small Saucepan: For making the quick mint simple syrup.
- Citrus Juicer: To make juicing those limes a breeze.
How to Make a Flawless Frozen Mojito
Ready to blend up the best cocktail you’ll have all summer? Follow these simple steps for a perfect result.
Step 1: Make the Mint Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and add a generous handful of fresh mint leaves. Let the mint steep for 5-10 minutes to infuse its flavor into the syrup. Afterward, remove and discard the mint leaves.
Step 2: Juice Your Limes
While the syrup is steeping, squeeze your limes to get fresh juice. You’ll need about 1 ounce (30 ml) of juice per cocktail, which is typically the juice of one whole lime.
Step 3: Blend Everything Together
To your high-powered blender, add the white rum, fresh lime juice, the mint-infused simple syrup, and a large handful of ice (about 2-3 cups). Blend on high speed until the mixture is thick, smooth, and slushy. If it’s too thick, add a splash of water or club soda. If it’s too thin, add a few more ice cubes.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve Immediately
Pour the frozen mojito into a chilled glass. Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint and a lime wheel. Serve immediately while it’s perfectly frosty.
Expert Tips for the Best Blended Mojito
- Use Good Rum: A mid-range white rum like Bacardi Superior or Havana Club 3 Años is perfect. You don’t need top-shelf, but avoid the cheapest options.
- Don’t Skimp on Freshness: The quality of this drink depends entirely on fresh mint and fresh lime juice. It truly makes all the difference.
- Chill Your Glasses: Pop your glasses in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before serving. This keeps your frozen mojito from melting too quickly.
- Adjust to Taste: Feel free to adjust the sweetness or tartness. Add more simple syrup for a sweeter drink or a little more lime for a tarter one.
Fun Frozen Mojito Variations
This recipe is a fantastic base for creativity. Try adding frozen fruit to the blender for a delicious twist! Here are a few ideas to get you started.
| Variation | Instructions |
|---|---|
| Frozen Strawberry Mojito | Add 1/2 cup of frozen strawberries to the blender. Check out our full strawberry mojito recipe for more details. |
| Frozen Mango Mojito | Add 1/2 cup of frozen mango chunks for a tropical twist. |
| Frozen Pineapple Mojito | Add 1/2 cup of frozen pineapple chunks for a vibrant, tangy flavor. |
How to Make a Virgin Frozen Mojito (Non-Alcoholic)
It’s easy to make a delicious non-alcoholic version! Simply omit the rum and replace it with an equal amount of water, coconut water, or a splash of club soda before blending. This creates a refreshing and family-friendly slushy that everyone can enjoy. For more ideas, explore our delicious virgin mojito recipe.
Making a Frozen Mojito Pitcher for a Crowd
This recipe is perfect for scaling up. To make a pitcher that serves 4-6 people, simply multiply the ingredients by the number of servings. Blend in batches if your blender isn’t large enough to handle it all at once. Pour the blended mixture into a pitcher and keep it in the freezer for up to 30 minutes before guests arrive to keep it extra frosty.
The Ultimate Frozen Mojito Recipe
Frozen Mojito Recipe: The Ultimate Slushy Cocktail
Ingredients
Equipment
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add mint leaves, and let steep for 5-10 minutes. Remove and discard mint leaves.
- In a high-powered blender, combine 2 oz white rum, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz of the prepared mint simple syrup, and 2-3 cups of ice.
- Blend on high until the mixture is thick and slushy. Pour into a chilled glass, garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel, and serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust Sweetness: Feel free to adjust the amount of simple syrup to your personal preference.
Make it Virgin: To make a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum and replace with an equal amount of water or club soda.
Frequently Asked Questions
While a high-powered blender gives the smoothest, slushiest result, you can use a standard blender. You may need to blend for longer and potentially add the ice in smaller batches to avoid over-taxing the motor. The final texture might be slightly icier, but it will still be delicious.
Yes, you can! For best results, blend the recipe as instructed and pour it into a freezer-safe, airtight container or a pitcher. You can store it in the freezer for up to 2-3 hours. Give it a quick stir before serving to loosen it up.
The best way to avoid green specks of mint is to not blend the leaves directly. Instead, make a quick mint-infused simple syrup by steeping fresh mint leaves in warm sugar water. This extracts all the flavor without the leafy texture, guaranteeing a smooth drink.
Making a virgin frozen mojito is simple. Just omit the 2 ounces of rum and replace it with 2 ounces of water, club soda, or coconut water to maintain the liquid balance. Blend as usual for a refreshing, family-friendly treat.
A good quality white or light rum is the best choice. It has a clean, subtle flavor that allows the fresh mint and lime to be the stars of the show. Brands like Bacardi Superior, Havana Club 3 Años, or Plantation 3 Stars are excellent options.
More Refreshing Cocktail Recipes
If you loved this frosty treat, you’re sure to enjoy our classic mojito recipe on the rocks. We have a whole collection of refreshing drinks perfect for any occasion. Give them a try and let us know what you think in the comments!
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