Gooseberry Mojito

This Gooseberry Mojito is a fun spin on a classic cocktail. Refreshing, pleasantly sweet, tart, and fruity, this summer cocktail recipe will not disappoint you!

Hello, folks! How are you doing? I hope you are enjoying your weekend and getting ready for a new week. But before we jump into another week, I have another cocktail to share with you.

I am talking about this luscious Gooseberry Mojito.

What Are Gooseberries?

Gooseberries are small, edible berries that grow on deciduous shrubs, primarily in the Northern Hemisphere. They come in a variety of colours, from green to dark red, and they are known for their tart to semi-sweet flavour. They are a good source of vitamins C and B5, dietary fibre, and antioxidants, too. I’m thinking now… does this make the Gooseberry Mojito a healthy cocktail, then? LOL

Joking aside, the gooseberries’ unique flavour profile makes them perfect for a refreshing summer cocktail like a mojito.

Ingredients You’ll Need for Gooseberry Mojito

To make this Gooseberry Mojito recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

• Rum works as the base spirit in this recipe. You will need light, white rum for this recipe. Dark or spiced rum will not work as it will overpower the violet aroma. If you don’t like or have rum, vodka or gin should work just fine; if going with gin, try picking a more neutral, less juniper-forward flavour.
• Fresh gooseberries – for adding a sweet, tart, and fruity flavour. If fresh gooseberries are not available, you can use jam instead.
• Limes – juice and wedges for garnishing.
• Fresh mint leaves. Ideally, choose the variety with a delicate, subtle aroma.
• Sugar (or Simple Syrup) – for added sweetness and balanced flavour. Use raw sugar for an optional result. Honey will be a good option, too.
• Ice cubes – for chilling and serving.
• Sparkling water or club soda – optionally, for topping. I normally don’t add it and enjoy a mojito with plenty of ice instead.
• Extra lime wedges, gooseberries, and mint sprigs – for garnish.

How to Make Gooseberry Mojito

That’s super easy, really.

Muddle the gooseberries, lime juice, sugar (or syrup), and mint leaves in a small jug or shaker, crushing the berries and mint with a pestle (muddler). Pour into a glass and add a handful of ice. Pour over the gin, stirring with a long-handled spoon. Top up with soda water (if desired), garnish with gooseberries, lime wedges, and mint and enjoy!

More Mojito Recipes

Be sure to check more mojito ideas:

• Violet Mojito Cocktail (with Crème de Violette)
• Empress 1908 Gin Mojito
• Limoncello Honey Mojito
• Lavender Mojito Cocktail
• Lychee Mojito Cocktail
• Passion Fruit Mojito Cocktail
• Strawberry Mojito
• Blackberry Mojito

I hope you like this Gooseberry Mojito recipe, and you will try it. If you try it, please let me know in the comment section of this post below, send me an Instagram message, or share your photos by adding the hashtag #havocinthekitchen.

Cheers!

Gooseberry Mojito

Recipe by Ben | Havocinthekitchen

This Gooseberry Mojito is a fun spin on a classic cocktail. Refreshing, pleasantly sweet, tart, and fruity, this summer cocktail recipe will not disappoint you!

Course: CocktailsDifficulty: Easy

5.0 from 3 votes

Pin

Print

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cook Mode

Keep the screen of your device on

Ingredients

• 2 oz. (60 ml.) white rum

• 5-7 fresh gooseberries

• 1/2 to 2/3 oz. (15-20 ml.) or more fresh lime juice

• 1 tbsp. (15 g.) sugar 
  can use honey or simple syrup

• 10 large mint leaves

• ice cubes

• club soda or sparkling to top, optional

• gooseberries, mint and lime wedges, for garnish

Directions

• Muddle mint leaves with gooseberries and lime juice in a shaker.
• Add the rum and stir with a long handle spoon. Try and adjust the sweetness, by adding more lime juice or spirits, if necessary.
• Fill your glass with ice and pour the mojito. Top your glass with club soda or sparkling water if / as desired. Garnish with more gooseberries, lime wheels, and mint (if desired) and enjoy right away!