Blueberry Mojito Parfait Cocktail is a fun twist on the classic mojito. This refreshing drink combines the tartness of blueberries with the minty zing of a mojito. It’s served in a parfait glass, giving it a fancy look.
The layered presentation makes this cocktail both tasty and eye-catching. The drink features crushed ice, muddled blueberries, mint leaves, lime juice, and rum. A splash of club soda adds fizz.
This cocktail is great for summer parties or any time you want a cool, fruity drink. It’s easy to make and sure to impress guests with its colorful layers. The recipe can be adjusted to make a non-alcoholic version too.
Blueberry Mojito Parfait Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
- Tall glasses
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ice cube tray
- Strainer
- Long spoon for layering
Ingredients
For 2 servings:
- 1 cup fresh blueberries plus extra for garnish
- 4 oz white rum
- 2 oz lime juice
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
Fresh blueberries give the best flavor, but frozen work too. Pick a good quality white rum. Fresh lime juice tastes better than bottled. Any brand of vanilla yogurt is fine. The heavy cream adds richness to the parfait layer.
Instructions
- Blend 1 cup blueberries until smooth. Set aside.
- In a shaker, muddle mint leaves with sugar and lime juice.
- Add rum and ice. Shake well.
- Strain into glasses filled with ice.
- Top with a splash of club soda.
- Mix yogurt and cream in a bowl.
- Layer drinks: mojito mix, yogurt cream, blueberry puree.
- Repeat layers until glasses are full.
- Garnish with mint and blueberries.
Chill glasses before making the drink for an extra cool treat. Make sure to layer carefully for a pretty look. Serve right away so the layers don’t mix too much.
Notes
Tasting Notes
The Blueberry Mojito Parfait Cocktail offers a refreshing blend of flavors. Sweet blueberries mix with tangy lime and cool mint. The rum adds warmth and depth to the drink.
The first sip reveals a burst of fruit. Blueberry takes center stage, followed by citrus notes from the lime. Mint provides a crisp, clean finish that lingers on the palate.
Texturally, the cocktail is smooth with a slight fizz from the soda water. Ice keeps it cold and adds a pleasant crunch. The layered presentation creates an appealing visual effect.
Key flavors:
- Blueberry: Sweet and fruity
- Lime: Tart and zesty
- Mint: Fresh and cooling
- Rum: Warm and slightly spicy
The drink balances sweetness and acidity well. It’s not too strong, making it easy to sip and enjoy. The parfait-style layers make each taste slightly different as you drink.
Substitute
If you don’t have blueberries on hand, other berries can work well in this cocktail parfait. Raspberries or blackberries make good replacements. They bring a similar tartness and color to the drink.
For a non-alcoholic version, skip the rum. Use extra lime juice and club soda instead. This creates a refreshing mocktail that still has the mojito flavors.
Can’t find fresh mint? Mint extract can be used as a stand-in. Start with just a few drops, as it’s more potent than fresh leaves.
No lime? Lemon juice works too. It will change the flavor slightly but still gives that citrus kick.
For a different twist, try coconut rum in place of white rum. This adds a tropical note to the parfait cocktail.
Here’s a quick list of possible swaps:
- Raspberries or blackberries for blueberries
- Lemon juice for lime juice
- Mint extract for fresh mint
- Coconut rum for white rum
These substitutes let you customize the drink based on what you have or prefer. Feel free to mix and match to create your own unique version of this blueberry mojito parfait cocktail.