Description
A fizzy blend of muddled mint, juicy strawberries, lime, and rum, topped with sparkling water over ice. Each sip bursts with bright fruit, cool herb notes, and lively bubbles that awaken your palate.
Ingredients
- 8 leaves fresh mint
- 4 pieces fresh strawberries
- 30 ml fresh lime juice
- 45 ml simple syrup
- 60 ml white rum
- 120 ml sparkling water
- As needed ice cubes
- 2 sprigs fresh mint
- 2 slices fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Slice the strawberries into wedges and place them with mint leaves in a sturdy glass.
- Add lime juice, simple syrup, and white rum, then gently muddle to release flavors.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Pour sparkling water over the ice and stir well.
- Garnish with mint sprigs and strawberry slices, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and increase sparkling water.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest flavor.
- Gently muddle to avoid bruising the mint and releasing bitterness.
- Serve immediately to retain the strawberry aroma and sparkling fizz.