Frozen Cherry Mojitos Food

FROZEN MOJITO

Steps:

• Combine simple syrup, lime juice and mint leaves in a blender and blend until combined. Add the rum and crushed ice and blend until frothy. Pour into 2 rocks glasses and garnish with mint sprigs.

FROZEN MINT MOJITO

Steps:

• Combine the ice, mint, rum simple syrup, lime juice and half of the lime slices in the carafe of a blender. Blend until the mint and lime are pureed and the mixture is homogeneous and slightly thick. Pour into chilled serving glasses and garnish each glass with the remaining lime slices and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately.

FROZEN CHERRY MOJITOS

Steps:

• 1. Place the frozen cherries, ice, mint, rum, and lime simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
• 2. Pour the mixture into chilled glasses and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lime wedges and cherries.
• 3. Lime Simple Syrup Directions In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, lime juice, and lime zest over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature minutes before using. If making in advance, store in a sealed container within the refrigerator. Notes: You can substitue vodka for the rum if preferred.

BLENDED CHERRY MOJITOS

Steps:

• Put the frozen cherries, crushed ice, mint leaves, lime juice, rum, and simple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
• Pour the mixture into chilled glasses and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lime wedges and cherries.
• In a small saucepan, over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, and lime zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool for 20 minutes. Strain before using.