Description
A fun and refreshing twist on the classic mojito, the Bubblegum Mojito combines homemade bubblegum mint infused simple syrup with rum, fresh lime juice, and bubbly soda water. Topped with vibrant pink sugar and garnished with fresh mint and bubble gum pieces, this cocktail is a playful party favorite that balances sweetness, minty freshness, and citrus zing.
Ingredients
Scale
Bubblegum Mint Infused Simple Syrup
- 10 pieces bubble gum
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- Fresh mint (a handful)
- Pink food coloring (optional)
Beverage
- 3 ounces rum
- 3 ounces fresh lime juice
- 6 ounces carbonated soda water
Garnish & Decoration
- Pink colored sugar
- Fresh mint sprigs
- Bubble gum pieces (divided)
- Cocktail skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Bubblegum Mint Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the bubble gum pieces, corn syrup, and fresh mint. Add a few drops of pink food coloring if desired to give the syrup a vibrant hue. Heat gently over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally until the gum dissolves and the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and strain to remove solids. Allow the syrup to cool.
- Muddle Fresh Mint: In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, gently muddle a few fresh mint leaves to release their oils and aroma, but avoid shredding them.
- Combine Cocktail Ingredients: Add 3 ounces of the bubblegum mint infused simple syrup, 3 ounces of rum, and 3 ounces of fresh lime juice into the shaker with the muddled mint. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well to chill and mix flavors.
- Assemble the Mojito: Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Top off with 6 ounces of carbonated soda water, gently stirring to combine without losing the bubbles.
- Garnish and Serve: Rim the glass with pink colored sugar for a festive look. Thread a couple of bubble gum pieces and fresh mint sprigs onto cocktail skewers and place them as garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy the playful flavors.
Notes
- You can prepare the bubblegum mint syrup in advance and refrigerate it for up to one week.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup and lime juice to balance sweetness and tartness to your liking.
- If preferred, use white rum or flavored rum for different taste profiles.
- Pink food coloring is optional but adds visual appeal to the syrup and drink.
- Always chew fresh bubble gum separately; the bubble gum used in the cocktail is purely decorative and should not be consumed as part of the drink.
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