Peppermint Bark Mojito Cocktail Recipe

I’ve always enjoyed taking a classic drink and giving it a seasonal spin, and honestly, this Peppermint Bark Mojito might be the best one yet.

It’s got that cool, refreshing kick of a regular mint cocktail, but then there’s this sweet, chilly peppermint thing going on—perfect for the holidays or just a chill night at home.

Here’s a cocktail recipe that’ll show you how to mix up a mojito with peppermint bark vibes. It’s festive, simple, and somehow feels a bit fancy without trying too hard.

You really don’t need any wild tools or rare ingredients for this.

Just a few basics, and you’re set with a drink that looks impressive and tastes balanced—not cloying, just right.

The combo of fresh mint, rum, and peppermint is crisp and stands out from your usual mojito.

I’ll break down what you need, walk through each step, and give you a sense of what to expect when you finally taste it.

Peppermint Bark Mojito Cocktail Recipe

What I like about this drink is how the peppermint’s coolness mixes with bright mint and tangy lime.

It’s got a nice balance—sweet, minty, and citrusy—so it’s refreshing but still has that hint of holiday spirit.

Equipment

• Highball glass – I always grab this one since it’s roomy enough for muddling and plenty of ice.
• Muddler – Makes it easy to press the mint leaves and lime together; you want to get all that flavor out.
• Bar spoon – I use it to stir things up gently, so the ice doesn’t get too crushed.
• Jigger – This helps me measure the rum, schnapps, and syrup so nothing’s too strong or too sweet.
• Cocktail shaker (optional) – Sometimes I shake things before pouring, but honestly, you can skip it.
• Ice scoop – Just keeps the ice clean and easy to handle.
• Small knife and cutting board – For slicing up those fresh lime wedges.

Having these tools nearby definitely makes things go smoother.

Ingredients

• 2 oz white rum or light rum
• 0.5 oz peppermint schnapps
• 1 oz lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.75 oz simple syrup or fine sugar
• 6–8 fresh mint leaves (I’m partial to spearmint—it’s a bit softer)
• Club soda, to top
• Crushed ice
• Lime wedges, for garnish
• Small peppermint candy or chocolate shavings, optional garnish

Fresh mint really gives the drink a clean, natural flavor.

The peppermint schnapps brings that holiday twist, but it doesn’t drown out the rum.

Instructions

• Toss the mint leaves and lime wedges into your highball glass.
• Add simple syrup or sugar.
• Take the muddler and press everything gently to release the oils and juice.
• Fill the glass up with crushed ice.
• Pour in the white rum and peppermint schnapps.
• Add the lime juice.
• Stir everything gently with a bar spoon so it mixes but the ice stays mostly intact.
• Top off with club soda.
• Garnish with a lime wedge, a mint sprig, or maybe even a peppermint candy if you’re feeling extra.

I try not to go overboard muddling the mint—too much and it can get kind of bitter.

And I always stir gently instead of shaking, just to keep the soda nice and fizzy.

Notes

Honestly, spearmint is my go-to if I want a milder mint flavor—peppermint leaves are a bit sharper, which isn’t always what I’m after.

Crushed ice helps everything blend together faster, which is a nice bonus.

If it comes out too sweet, I just use less simple syrup next time.

If it’s a bit too strong, I’ll splash in some more club soda.

Sometimes I’ll add a few chocolate shavings on top if I really want it to look and taste like peppermint bark.

This cocktail’s best when you serve it right away—while the mint’s still fresh and the soda’s got that bubbly lift.

Tasting Notes

When I take that first sip, the cool mint jumps out at me right away. It’s fresh, crisp—almost like it’s channeling a classic summer cocktail I’d have on a patio somewhere.

There’s a sharper edge too, thanks to the peppermint, and honestly, it’s what separates this from your everyday mojito.

The sweetness from the white chocolate and those little candy cane bits comes in next. It balances out the sharpness, so the mint doesn’t totally take over.

There’s just enough creaminess to soften things up, but not so much that it turns heavy. It’s got a holiday vibe, sure, but somehow still manages to be refreshing.

I get the lime and rum peeking through as well. The citrus really cuts through the sweetness, which keeps the whole thing from feeling cloying.

That balance? It makes it super easy to drink—nothing about it overwhelms my taste buds, which I appreciate.

Here’s how I’d sum up the main flavors:

• Mint: fresh, cool, sharp
• Chocolate: sweet, creamy, soft
• Lime: bright, tangy, clean
• Rum: smooth, warm, light kick

The texture’s smooth, but if I let the candy garnish melt a bit, there’s this tiny crunch that I actually like. I love how each sip shifts—first sweet, then cool, then a little citrus at the end.

It’s definitely festive, but honestly, I could see myself drinking this even when it’s warm out.