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    Home » Recipes » Drinks and Cocktails

    Tequila Mojito Cocktail

    Published: Feb 18, 2014 · Updated: Nov 7, 2022 · by Nicole · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Tequila Mojito Cocktail
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    Tequila Mojito cocktail recipe | DeliciousEveryday.com

    At the first sip of a classic mojito I am instantly transported back to the Caribbean and memories of my husband and I sitting by the pool sipping this refreshing cocktail.

    The combination of rum, mint, lime and sugar is an addictive one. And when I first fell in love with mojitos, it was a flavor combination that couldn't be topped.

    Tequila Mojito cocktail recipe | DeliciousEveryday.com

    That is, until I tried a Tequila Mojito.

    The secret to a good Tequila Mojito is to use a great quality Tequila, preferably an aged Tequila, such as Reposado or Añejo. My favourite is Patron Añejo.

    Reposado (rested) Tequilas are aged in oak barrels for a period of at two months, but less than a year, while Añejo (aged or vintage) Tequilas have been aged in oak barrels for a minimum of one year.

    This ageing process adds a wonderful oaky flavour to the tequila, and in the case of Añejo it adds a fantastically subtle smokey finish, which works wonderfully with mint and lime.

    It's this oakiness and smokiness that adds a depth of flavour to a Tequila mojito. In my opinion, it far surpasses the rum-based classic, making it the best thing to sip on a hot summer evening.

    In fact, I love the deep flavors of tequila so much that I've started experimenting with it in other types of recipes.

    This Spice Roasted Pineapple Ice Cream is infused with tequila, and this Lemongrass, Kaffir Lime, and Ginger Mojito also features this delicious liquor.

    Tequila Mojito cocktail recipe | DeliciousEveryday.com

    For this recipe I used my high speed blender, taking out all of the hard work. It's especially handy if you are making a big batch.

    However, you can use a simple cocktail shaker, or even muddle all of the ingredients in the bottom of a glass with a muddling stick, or the end of a wooden spoon.

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    Tequila Mojito Cocktail

    Tequila Mojito

    This tequila mojito is like vacation in a glass. The  combination of good aged tequila, mint, and sugary syrup are completely irresistible. You won't believe the difference tequila makes to this classic cocktail.
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: vegan, vegetarian
    Keyword: how to make a tequila mojito, mojito with tequila
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Calories: 124kcal
    Author: Delicious Everyday
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    Ingredients

    • leaves big handful of fresh mint
    • 1 ½ limes quartered
    • 30 ml simple syrup 1 oz
    • 60 ml Patron Anejo or other Reposado or Anejo Tequila 2 oz
    • 2 cups ice cubes
    • soda water
    • sprigs of mint for garnish

    Instructions

    • Place the ice cubes, mint leaves, Tequila and simple syrup in the blender or cocktail shaker. Squeeze in the juice from the limes and divide the limes between each glass. Blend or shake until well combined. Divide between the glasses and top with soda water and sprigs of mint.

    Notes

    To make the simple syrup, place 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and simmer until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat and let cool completely before decanting into a sterilised bottle. Refrigerate for up to 1 month.

    Nutrition (Estimated)

    Calories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 16gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 51mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin C: 14.6mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 0.8mg
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    Comments

    1. Choc Chip Uru says

      February 19, 2014 at 4:22 pm

      Mmm, mojitos are my guilty pleasure 😛
      Delicious recipe!

      Cheers
      Choc Chip Uru

      Reply
    2. Laura (Tutti Dolci) says

      February 19, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      Gorgeous mojitos, the ultimate summer refresher!

      Reply
    3. Carlos says

      February 19, 2014 at 9:42 am

      Hi Jennifer
      You have misspelled "rested" tequila-- it should be Reposado. It is great stuff.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        February 19, 2014 at 10:59 am

        So I did. Thanks for picking that up 😉

        Reply
    4. Katie says

      February 19, 2014 at 7:46 am

      Love mojitos and tequila. I can't wait to try this.

      Reply

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