Strawberry Basil Mojito Cocktail Recipe

Strawberry and basil add a fresh twist to the classic mojito cocktail. The bright red berries and aromatic herbs create a beautiful drink that looks stunning in any glass.

This refreshing cocktail combines muddled strawberries, fresh basil leaves, white rum, lime juice, and club soda for a perfect warm-weather drink.

The combination might seem unusual at first, but strawberries and basil work together in perfect harmony. The sweet berries balance the peppery notes of the basil, while lime adds a needed touch of acidity.

This drink works well for spring and summer parties, backyard barbecues, or casual evenings on the patio. The recipe takes just 5 minutes to make and requires basic ingredients found at most grocery stores.

Tasting Notes

The Strawberry Basil Mojito offers a sweet and refreshing blend of flavors. Fresh strawberries bring natural sweetness, while basil adds an unexpected herbal note.

The rum creates a warm backbone that carries the drink’s other flavors. Its smooth texture enhances the muddled strawberries and torn basil leaves.

Primary Flavors:

• Sweet strawberry
• Fresh basil
• Bright lime
• Clean mint
• Light rum

The cocktail starts with a bright strawberry taste, followed by cooling mint and basil notes. A hint of lime adds tartness that balances the drink’s sweetness.

Each sip finishes clean and crisp. The carbonation from club soda gives the drink a light, fizzy texture that makes it perfect for warm weather.

The drink’s pink-red color and fresh herb garnish make it visually appealing. Floating strawberry pieces and torn basil leaves create an eye-catching presentation.

Best served:

• Temperature: Ice cold
• Glass: Collins or highball
• Garnish: Fresh strawberry and basil sprig
• Season: Spring and summer

Substitutes

You can swap ingredients in this strawberry basil mojito to match what you have on hand. The drink stays tasty with these changes.

Fruit Options:

• Replace strawberries with raspberries or blackberries
• Use peaches or mango chunks
• Try muddled watermelon pieces

Herb Alternatives:

• Mint leaves instead of basil
• Lemon verbena
• Thai basil for a different flavor

No fresh basil? Use 1 teaspoon dried basil. The taste won’t be as bright but still works well.

You can also switch white rum for vodka or gin. Light rum gives the most neutral taste that lets the fruit shine.

If you want a mocktail version, skip the alcohol completely. Then, replace rum with club soda or lemon-lime soda.

For a less sweet drink, use stevia or monk fruit sweetener instead of sugar. Start with half the amount and adjust to taste.

Club Soda Swaps:

• Sprite or 7-Up
• Ginger ale
• Sparkling water with a lime squeeze