Kiwi Mint Cooler Cocktail Recipe
This Kiwi Mint Cooler is a refreshing drink that is simple to make and perfect for warm weather.
I use fresh ingredients and basic equipment for the best results. Nothing fancy required.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker or a large jar with a tight lid
- Muddler for crushing kiwi and mint
- Strainer
- Measuring jigger
- Tall glass
- Small knife and cutting board
- Spoon: For stirring.
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 2 ripe kiwis peeled and sliced
- 8 –10 fresh mint leaves plus more for garnish
- 1 tablespoon sugar or simple syrup
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 2 ounces white rum or club soda for a non-alcoholic option
- Ice cubes
- Club soda enough to top off the glass
- Kiwi and lime slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the kiwi slices and mint leaves to the shaker.
- Use a muddler to gently mash the kiwi and mint together.
- Add sugar or simple syrup and lime juice.
- Pour in the rum (or club soda for a non-alcoholic version).
- Fill the shaker with ice, then put on the lid.
- Shake for about 10 seconds.
- Strain the liquid into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top off with club soda.
- Garnish with extra mint, kiwi, or lime slices if desired.
Notes
I like to experiment with the levels of sweetness and acidity by adding more or less sugar or lime juice.
Fresh ingredients make the biggest difference in taste, so I always use them when possible.
For a less sweet drink, I reduce the sugar or simple syrup.
Using more mint will give the cocktail a cooler flavor. If I use club soda instead of rum, the drink becomes a tasty mocktail.
I often chill my glass in the freezer for a few minutes before serving for an extra cool drink.
I also try different garnishes to make the cocktail look appealing. Sometimes I just go with whatever’s in the fridge.