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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Beverage Recipes

    Fresh Pineapple Mojito Recipe

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Aug 7, 2017 · Last modified: Oct 6, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free, vegan

    Enjoy a Fresh Pineapple Mojito made with rum, lime, mint leaves and homemade pineapple simple syrup. It's easy to make this refreshing classic cocktail. This tropical mixed drink is like a taste of summer.

    Two cocktails with straws and pineapple wedges in front of bottles of Bacardi rum

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and Bacardi. All opinions are mine alone. The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older.

    You may enjoy mojitos when you go out to restaurants, but they are really easy to make at home. This famous cocktail from Cuba has become very popular worldwide in recent years. And you only need a few basic ingredients to make them.

    I like to use Bacardi white rum in my mojitos. Bacardi is also perfect for using in other drinks such as rum punch, daiquiri, and pina colada. They even make different flavors of rum such as Banana.

    Mojitos are great for entertaining since most people enjoy these tropical beverages and they go well with food. If you want to learn more about this popular cocktail, check out History of the Mojito: How Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Cuban Drink Became an Artisanal Latin Staple.

    Serving suggestions

    I love mojitos with all sorts of different foods. You can make a DIY Taco Bar and sip them by the pool or on the patio. Everyone will be happy when they're eating chips with guacamole and salsa and delicious tacos while sipping a fresh pineapple mojito.

    And they also pair well with Mediterranean dishes like Spanish Gazpacho, Tomato Onion Salad, and Spinach Orzo Salad.

    Or serve them the next time you're making some Vegan Grilling Recipes.

    Process shots showing how to make a mojito

    Ingredients

    A mojito is traditionally made with white rum, sugar, lime, mint, and soda water.

    For this pineapple version, we'll be making a simple syrup to sweeten the beverage made from chopped fresh pineapple, coconut sugar, and water.

    You can make the syrup ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to use. Typically I only use a little sugar, but the amount depends on how sweet your pineapple is.

    Instructions

    After you prepare the pineapple simple syrup, preparing your fruity cocktail is quick and easy.

    1. Place lime wedges, pineapple chunks, and mint leaves in a tall glass.
    2. Muddle them to release their flavors.
    3. Add the pineapple syrup and rum.
    4. Stir to combine.
    5. Add ice cubes and soda water.
    6. Garnish with a pineapple wedge and enjoy!
    Two glasses of mojitos with straws and pineapple wedges

    More fruity drinks

    • Spiked Iced Tea Cocktails
    • Sparkling Watermelon Refresher
    • Pineapple Green Smoothie
    • Berry Vodka Cocktails (Sugar-Free)

    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

    Pineapple Mojitos garnished with pineapple wedges and fresh mint leaves

    Fresh Pineapple Mojito

    You only need a few ingredients to enjoy fresh pineapple mojitos at home! You can make the pineapple simple syrup ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to use.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, oil-free, soy-free, vegan
    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: Fusion
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 266kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Equipment

    • cocktail muddler

    Ingredients

    • 2 wedges lime
    • 2 chunks pineapple
    • 4 mint leaves
    • 1 ½ ounces rum
    • 1 ½ ounces pineapple simple syrup, (recipe follows)
    • ice
    • club soda, (soda water)
    • pineapple wedges, for garnish (optional)

    Pineapple simple syrup:

    • 1 cup pineapple, chopped (can use a blender)
    • 2 Tablespoons coconut sugar, (or more, to taste)
    • 1 cup water
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    Instructions

    To make the pineapple simple syrup:

    • Simmer the 1 cup chopped pineapple, coconut sugar, and water over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Add more coconut sugar to achieve desired level of sweetness.
    • Allow to cool and refrigerate until ready to use.

    To make a mojito:

    • In a tall glass, add the lime, pineapple chunks, and mint leaves. Muddle a few times to release the flavors.
    • Add the pineapple simple syrup and rum.
    • Give it a stir.
    • Add ice cubes to fill the glass.
    • Top with club soda.
    • Garnish with a wedge of pineapple, if desired. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Add more coconut sugar if you prefer a sweeter beverage or if your pineapple isn't very sweet.
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 359mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 360IU | Vitamin C: 159mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1.2mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    All commentsQuestions
    1. Jared

      July 10, 2020 at 10:23 am

      Hi. After making the syrup do you strain out the pineapple chunks?

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        July 10, 2020 at 10:29 am

        You can if you want, but I leave them in.

        Reply
    2. Silvia

      June 12, 2020 at 9:28 pm

      5 stars
      Where would I get the coconut sugar from?

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        June 13, 2020 at 11:38 am

        Hi Silvia, you can find coconut sugar at health food stores and Trader Joe's. Or you can get it online. Here's an Amazon affiliate link for one: https://amzn.to/30DCSyg

        Reply
    3. Leigh

      July 18, 2019 at 12:36 pm

      I can't wait to try this tonight! Quick question for you though. I'm making the pineapple syrup now....do you use the chunks from the syrup making when you fix the drink, or is it fresh pineapple?

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        July 18, 2019 at 1:26 pm

        Hi Leigh, I used additional fresh chunks to make the drink. Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Jenna @ SipBiteGo.com

      June 27, 2019 at 10:20 am

      5 stars
      Such a refreshing way to enjoy pineapples! I'm featuring this in my luau friendly cocktail roundups.

      Cheers!

      Reply
      • Amy Katz

        June 27, 2019 at 5:19 pm

        Thank you so much, Jenna!

        Reply
    5. Amy

      September 04, 2017 at 9:53 am

      Thank you, Supriya! I hope everyone enjoys it!

      Reply
    6. Amy

      August 15, 2017 at 9:50 am

      Thanks Jenn! They are really good!

      Reply
    7. Amy

      August 10, 2017 at 8:17 am

      Coming right up!

      Reply
    8. Amy

      August 09, 2017 at 5:03 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
    9. Amy

      August 09, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      Indeed! And I love pineapple, too!

      Reply
    10. Amy

      August 09, 2017 at 9:18 am

      Thanks Rebecca! I love pineapple, too!

      Reply
    11. Amy

      August 08, 2017 at 4:44 pm

      Thank you, Mel! I love mojitos, too. We should drink some together. 😉

      Reply
    12. Amy

      August 08, 2017 at 4:20 pm

      I was thinking of you when I made them, Sarah!

      Reply
    13. Amy

      August 08, 2017 at 9:18 am

      Thanks Becky! 🙂

      Reply
    14. Kristi Dominguez

      August 07, 2017 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      This looks so refreshing and summery! Yum! #client

      Reply
      • Amy

        August 07, 2017 at 11:28 am

        Thank you, Kristi! It's like summer in a glass. 🙂

        Reply

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