Summer Sippin’ Refreshingly Minty Lychee Mojito Recipe

Lychee lovers, this one’s for you! Get ready to shake up a taste of the tropics with this irresistible lychee mojito.

Lychee Mojito

Oh, this lovely mojito with lychee – a delightful, sugary and slightly floral variation of the traditional Cuban cocktail. Imagine yourself lying by the pool on a scorching summer day with a cold glass of this quenching drink in your hand. The basic recipe of rum, lime juice and soda water gets reinvented here by adding flavorsome lychee and mint.

When I came across this popular cocktail for the first time, I was fascinated by the idea of combining the unique taste profile of lychee with the citrusy flavor notes typical for mojitos. I will never forget my first sip – it was like an explosion in my mouth! Sweetness from either syrup or canned fruit itself beautifully dulled sourness coming from freshly squeezed limes, while soda water gave some sparkle to every gulp taken.

What makes this drink one-of-a-kind is its perfect balance between sweetness brought by sugar cane and zesty tartness given by lemons; moreover there’s also some fizziness added thanks to muddled fresh leaves of mint mixed with white rum topped up with club soda thus resulting into heavenly refreshing beverage which should definitely become number one choice for anyone who loves these exotic fruits during hot weather music festivals. It’s not just another variation on a classic theme but rather something much more exciting!

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What’s the Best Rum for Mojitos?

When it comes to crafting the perfect mojito, the rum you choose can make or break the experience. You don’t necessarily need to break the bank on a super premium brand, but you also shouldn’t settle for the harsh, bottom of the barrel options. Instead, aim for a smooth, well-made white or silver rum that allows the other flavors to truly shine.

For a lychee cocktail, a mid-tier rum can offer a fantastic value and be a great fit. Here are three options to consider:

• Brugal Especial Extra Dry Rum: Simple clean tasting Dominican Republic made rum, allowing lychee and citrusy flavors shine through.
• Mount Gay Silver Rum: Subtly complex Bajan light bodied white rum that complements lychees well with its gentle nature.
• Plantation 3 stars Artisanal Rum: Cheaper blend of white rums from different Caribbean islands providing affordable quality while making it perfect for your Lychee Mojito mix.

Equipments You’ll Need

To craft the perfect lychee mojito recipe, you’ll need a few essential tools:

• Cocktail shaker – this is where all the magic happens! Use it to mix and chill your ingredients together. Don’t have one? Use a tall jar with a lid instead.
• Strainer – use this tool to separate muddled mint and lychee bits from liquid when pouring into glass.
• Toothpick – perfect for spearing your lychee garnish!
• Highball glass – this drink deserves a beautiful vessel to be shown off in.

How to make this Lychee Mojito Mocktail Recipe?

For a list of lychee mojito ingredients, scroll down to see the recipe card below.

1. Muddle the Flavors: In your cocktail shaker, combine lime juice, mint leaves, lychee (fresh or canned) and syrup of choice. Gently muddle them together using a cocktail stirrer or muddler to release their fragrant oils and juices.
2. Shake It Up: Fill the cocktail shaker with ice, then add white rum. Secure lid tightly before shaking hard until outside becomes frosty & chilled.
3. Strain and Pour: Fill your highball glass with fresh mint leaves and ice. Strain the chilled cocktail from the shaker into the glass, allowing the vibrant liquid to mingle with the aromatic mint.
4. Top It Off: Top off the cocktail with a splash of soda water for a bit of fizz. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lychee speared on a toothpick for an elegant finishing touch.

READ: Dark Rum Mojito

Variations

• Lemon instead of lime: If you prefer, you can swap the lime juice for fresh lemon juice. While both have similar flavor profiles, lemon offers different hints of citrus that can add a unique twist to the classic recipe.
• Lemonade instead of soda water: To get a sweeter take over lychee mojito, think about substituting soda drinking water using limeade or perhaps ginger beer ale. This alteration produces a richer, sweeter beverage perfect for people who prefer bolder taste buds encounter.
• Non-Alcoholic Lychee Mojito Recipe: To make a non-alcoholic lychee mojito, simply omit the rum from the recipe. You can also replace the rum with additional soda water or sparkling water for a bit of extra fizz.

Modifications for a Fresh Lychee Mojito

If you’re fortunate enough to have fresh lychees on hand, here’s how to make your own lychee mojito syrup instead of using canned:

• Combine the Ingredients: In a pot, combine 5-6 peeled lychees, 1 cup of water, and 1 cup of sugar.
• Heat and Mash: Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove the pot from the heat and gently mash the lychees in the syrup to release their flavor.
• Cool and Strain: Let the syrup cool completely before straining it into a glass jar. Store the jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Adjust the Sweetness: When making your lychee mojito, use 2 oz of your homemade lychee simple syrup instead of canned syrup. If you prefer a less intense lychee flavor, you can use 1 ½ oz of simple syrup and ½ oz of canned syrup.

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Lychee Mojito Variations

• Basil & Strawberry Lychee Mojito: Swap out mint for basil leaves, as well as adding some fresh strawberries into the mix – their sweet-tart flavors complement each other perfectly against this exotic fruit backdrop!
• Peach Lychee Mojito: Drop in a couple slices of peaches right along with those lychees during shaking time… brings about subtle sweetness plus adds a touch of summer heat into cocktail hour festivities!
• Vodka Mojito: For all you vodka fans out there; this one is just for you! Exchange white rum with premium quality vodka for an extremely pure flavor profile, allowing that delicious lycheeness to shine through every sip.

Final Words

So there you have it – the lychee mojito, a taste of the tropics in a glass. Cheers to experimenting with flavors and finding your perfect blend of sweet, citrusy, and invigorating!

Frequently Asked Questions

What does lychee mojito taste like?

The lychee mojito is a refreshing burst of tropical flavors. It’s a harmonious blend of sweet lychee, zesty lime, cool mint, and a touch of rum. The lychee adds a unique floral sweetness that sets it apart from the classic mojito, while the mint and lime provide a refreshing balance.

What does lychee liqueur go with?

Lychee liqueur is a versatile ingredient that pairs well with a variety of flavors. It can be used to create cocktails like the lychee martini, lychee margarita, or lychee daiquiri. It also complements other fruits like pineapple, mango, and citrus. You can even try it in desserts like ice cream or sorbet for an exotic twist.

What alcohol tastes like lychee?

While there are lychee-flavored liqueurs available, certain types of alcohol can naturally have hints of lychee in their flavor profile. Some white rums and vodkas may exhibit subtle floral notes reminiscent of lychee. Gewürztraminer, a white wine, is also known for its lycée-like aroma and flavor.

Lychee Mojito

Recipe by Raise Your GlassCourse: MocktailsCuisine: Cuban Mojito

Servings

1

mocktail

Prep time

5

minutes

Calories

200

kcal

Total time

5

minutes

Raise your glass to the Lychee Mojito, a fragrant and exotic twist on a beloved Cuban classic. Cheers to this enchanting blend of sweet lychee, zesty lime, and invigorating mint, a taste of the tropics in every sip!

Ingredients

• 2 oz (60ml) white rum

• 1 oz (30ml) lychee syrup (or use syrup from canned lychee or simple syrup)

• 3 canned or fresh lychee

• 1 oz (30ml) fresh lime juice

• 4-5 mint leaves, plus more to serve

• Soda water

• Ice

Directions

• Muddle the Flavors: In your cocktail shaker, combine lime juice, mint leaves, lychee (fresh or canned) and syrup of choice. Gently muddle them together using a cocktail stirrer or muddler to release their fragrant oils and juices.
• Shake It Up: Fill the cocktail shaker with ice, then add white rum. Secure lid tightly before shaking hard until outside becomes frosty & chilled.
• Strain and Pour: Fill your highball glass with fresh mint leaves and ice. Strain the chilled cocktail from the shaker into the glass, allowing the vibrant liquid to mingle with the aromatic mint.
• Top It Off: Top off the cocktail with a splash of soda water for a bit of fizz. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lychee speared on a toothpick for an elegant finishing touch.

Notes

• The Lychee Mojito, with its vibrant colors and refreshing aroma, is traditionally served in a highball glass.