Recipes » Rhubarb Mojitos
by Brenda Score onJune 24, 2022 (updated December 9, 2023)
Relax this summer with a tall, cold, and refreshing Rhubarb Mojito! This twist on the classic citrus-mint co*cktail is extra beautiful and delicious with the addition of an easy homemade rhubarb syrup.
The Best Rhubarb Mint Mojitos
Rhubarb Mojitos are refreshing and so very pretty, perfect for any spring or summer gathering!
I like to think of this drink as my own little “farm to table” bevvy, as I always use rhubarb and mint from our garden. (But ANYONE can make this – find these ingredients at your grocery store or farmers market!)
Start with my Ruby Rhubarb Syrup, an easy-to-make rhubarb flavored simple syrup that keeps well for up to a month…which is very handy for an easy hot summer’s night co*cktail here and there. Swirl this sweet rhubarb syrup into a gin & tonic or my Rhubarb Margarita – you’ll LOVE it!
Then complete the mojito with the classic rum and fresh lime. And top it off with some chilled club soda. This lightens the drink and adds bubbles, which definitely elevates this drink to the top of the refreshing summertime co*cktail list!
What is a Mojito?
A mojito is a classic co*cktail from Cuba that is typically made with white rum, limes, mint, and club soda. It’s a refreshing, bubbly drink with a citrusy-mint flavor that’s a little bit sweet – perfect for sipping by the pool and pretending you’re on a tropical getaway!
Beyond the classic mojito, there are a wide variety of flavor options. Oftentimes changes are made by adding a flavored simple syrup – like this Rhubarb Mojito I’m sharing today.
It’s also fun to muddle fresh fruit into the co*cktail…think about fresh strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries. Super sweet pineapple would be delicious. And ripe, juicy summer peaches would also be wonderful!
What You’ll Need
Make this refreshing summer co*cktail at home with just 6 ingredients!
- Mint leaves – Grab some fresh mint from your summertime garden or the grocery store.
- Limes – Use freshly squeezed juice for the very best flavor. And then garnish the drink with a lime wedge or two!
- Ruby Rhubarb Syrup – Gives the drink its lovely rhubarb flavor and pretty pink color. (If you don’t know much about rhubarb, check out my Rhubarb 101!)
- White rum – Any brand will work; use your favorite. Bacardi is always a solid option.
- Cointreau – One of my secret ingredients that adds some extra citrus flavor. If you don’t have any, and don’t want to buy it, just omit it – or squeeze a little fresh orange juice into the drink!
- Club soda – Gives the co*cktail a lighter body, with a bit of bubbly fizz. This also gives you a taller, less-alcohol-per-ounce drink.
How to Make Rhuharb Mojitos
Here’s how to make the perfect rhubarb mojito!
- Muddle the lime and mint. Muddle the mint with the lime juice, to release the minty oils in the leaves. Aco*cktail muddler has grooves in the head that easily break up fresh ingredients. But a wooden spoon will work, too!
- Add the remaining ingredients. Add the rhubarb syrup, rum, Cointreau, and club soda.
- Add ice & enjoy. Add crushed ice to fill the glass. Give it a quick stir and then finish off the drink with a squeeze of fresh lime. Garnish if you like. And ENJOY!
Tips & Variations
Here are a few tips, plus a variation or two, for making this delightful rhubarb co*cktail.
- Use fresh ingredients. Since we’re only working with a few ingredients here, it’s important that they’re all ripe and fresh. This is especially true of the mint and lime. Trust me, you don’t want a mojito with mint that’s not fresh!
- What rum should I use? Any decent white rum will work, there’s no need for top-shelf liquor. But, you don’t want to use the cheapest one either. When in doubt, a brand like Bacardi is great.
- Do I have to use rum? A traditional mojito absolutely uses rum. But if you’d rather use vodka or tequila, I say go for it. As you can see from my Tequila Mojito, I like to challenge tradition!
- Add some fresh berries. For a fun twist, muddle some fresh strawberries with the mint for a lovely strawberry rhubarb mint mojito! Also think about other berries, such as raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. Peaches, watermelon, and pineapple would also be good!
- Make it frozen. If you prefer your co*cktails frozen instead of on the rocks, just add all of the ingredients to a blender and give it a whirl!
Can I Make This For a Group?
Absolutely. Since the simple syrup recipe makes more than you need for this recipe, it’s easy to scale this recipe for a big group. Just multiply the ingredients by however many servings you need and assemble it in a pitcher. If you won’t be serving it immediately, wait to add the club soda until just before serving.
More Rhubarb Recipes:
- Strawberry Rhubarb Freezer Jam
- Strawberry Rhubarb Crumb Bars
- Rhubarb Custard Pie – my grandma’s recipe!
- Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp – a highly rated recipe, people love this rhubarb dessert!
- Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble
Want even more rhubarb recipes? Find all my rhubarb recipes right here!
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Rhubarb Mojitos
Yield: 1 drink
prep time: 5 minutes mins
total time: 5 minutes mins
Relax this summer with a tall, cold, and refreshing Rhubarb Mojito! This twist on the classic citrus-mint co*cktail is extra beautiful and delicious with the addition of an easy homemade rhubarb syrup.
4.2 Stars (5 Reviews)
Ingredients
- 10 mint leaves
- 1½ ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 ounces chilled Ruby Rhubarb Syrup
- 2 ounces chilled white rum
- 1 ounce chilled Cointreau
- 3 ounces chilled club soda
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
*This recipe makes one drink, but the recipe for the Ruby Rhubarb Syrup will yield about 3 cups of syrup. Simply cut that recipe in half if you like.)
Place the mint leaves and lime juice in a highball glass. Use a co*cktail muddler or the back of a spoon to crush the mint and release its flavorful oils. Add the Ruby Rhubarb Syrup, rum, Cointreau, and club soda.
Add crushed ice to nearly fill the glass, and then stir just a bit to combine. Squeeze a fresh lime wedge over the top and add another wedge to the side of the glass for garnish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 315kcal Carbohydrates: 31g Protein: 5g Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Sodium: 42mg Fiber: 11g Sugar: 10g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated by Spoonacular. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee accuracy. If your health depends on nutrition information, please calculate again with your own favorite calculator.
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© Brenda | A Farmgirl’s Dabbles
Cuisine: American
Course: co*cktails
This recipe was first published in 2015 and then updated in 2022.
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Hatti Score —Reply
Erin —Reply
Brenda, such a great idea! I have never thought to use rhubarb in a nice refreshing beverage, good call! :)
Brenda —Reply
Thanks, Erin. It’s really the perfect spring libation!
Amanda —Reply
These are gorgeous! Love the rhubarb!
Brenda —Reply
Thank you, Amanda!
Allie | Baking a Moment —Reply
Rhubarb is absolutely one of my favorite things about spring. We just planted our first rhubarb a few weeks ago and I’m hoping it does as well as yours have. Such a lovely drink… Looking forward to meeting you tomorrow in Spokane!
Brenda —Reply
Thank you, Allie. I so enjoyed meeting you this week!
Karyn —Reply
This looks so refreshing. I’m loving this flavor twist.
Brenda —Reply
Thank you so much, Karyn!
Tieghan Gerard —Reply
These are so pretty and fun!! What a great summer drink!
Brenda —Reply
Thank you, Tieghan!
Liren —Reply
One day, I promise myself to plant some rhubarb. I am totally on board with kicking off the weekend with this mojito! The color is just gorgeous.
Brenda —Reply
I think you’d have so much delicious fun with rhubarb. Get some planted SOON! :)
Matt —Reply
These are so perfect for summer, can’t wait to try!
Angie | Big Bear's Wife —Reply
These are so pretty! My husband went on a mojito kick a few years ago and he just LOVES them, he’s not much of a mixed drink kinda guy but he can kill some mojitos! I’ll have to make this for him!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar —Reply
Loooove this! Just in time for the weekend too! Yum!