The sweet and tart flavor of Key lime mojitos makes them an excellent choice to pair alongside spicy foods like Cuban ropa vieja, Baja pork tacos or chicken enchiladas. They also would be great served at a summer barbecue or cookout. Or, stick to a Key lime theme and serve these refreshing mojitos alongside other Key lime favorites, such as Key lime blondies, Key lime pie balls or coconut Key lime thumbprint cookies. Make a mojito for everyone by whipping up a few other variations at the same time, such as a watermelon mojito, a maple blackberry mojito or a strawberry mojito.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs
- 1 ounce key lime juice, plus more for garnishing the rim
- 5 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 1-1/2 ounces simple syrup
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1 ounce heavy whipping cream
- ice cubes
Instruction
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs; transfer to a small plate. Brush the rim of a cocktail glass with Key lime juice; roll in the graham cracker crumbs to coat. Set aside.
- Add mint leaves and simple syrup to the bottom of a cocktail shaker; muddle.
- Add 1 ounce Key lime juice, white rum and heavy cream to the cocktail shaker. Fill with ice; place the lid on top and shake vigorously, 20-30 seconds. Strain into the prepared glass; garnish with a sprig of mint.
