Mango Tango Mojito with Turmeric Twist

Mango Tango Mojito with Turmeric Twist

Fresh mint and ripe mango meet a warm pinch of turmeric in this tangy, muddled mojito.

Total 8 min Makes 1 serving Calories 210/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Kosher

This fruity twist on a classic mojito blends muddled mint and lime with sweet mango puree, then adds an earthy, golden note from fresh turmeric. It's a bright, refreshing cocktail suited for warm afternoons or as a colorful addition to a summer gathering.

Ingredients

  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup ripe mango, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh turmeric, grated
  • 2 ounces white rum
  • 1/2 cup club soda
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 mint sprig, for garnish
  • 1 mango slice, for garnish

Method

  1. Place the mint leaves, lime wedges, and sugar in the bottom of a sturdy glass. Muddle firmly for about 30 seconds to release the mint oils and lime juice.

  2. Add the diced mango and grated turmeric to the glass and muddle again until the mango breaks down into a rough puree, about 30 seconds.

  3. Pour in the white rum and stir well to combine with the muddled mixture.

  4. Fill the glass with ice cubes, then top with club soda, leaving room for garnish.

  5. Stir gently once more to combine, then garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a mango slice before serving immediately.

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    Mango Tango Mojito with Turmeric Twist

    This fruity twist on a classic mojito blends muddled mint and lime with sweet mango puree, then adds an earthy, golden note from fresh turmeric. It's a bright, refreshing cocktail suited for warm afternoons or as a colorful addition to a summer gathering.

    8 min 1 serving 210 cal

    Ingredients

    • 10 fresh mint leaves
    • 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1/2 cup ripe mango, diced
    • 1/2 teaspoon fresh turmeric, grated
    • 2 ounces white rum
    • 1/2 cup club soda
    • 1 cup ice cubes
    • 1 mint sprig, for garnish
    • 1 mango slice, for garnish

    Method

    1. 1

      Place the mint leaves, lime wedges, and sugar in the bottom of a sturdy glass. Muddle firmly for about 30 seconds to release the mint oils and lime juice.

    2. 2

      Add the diced mango and grated turmeric to the glass and muddle again until the mango breaks down into a rough puree, about 30 seconds.

    3. 3

      Pour in the white rum and stir well to combine with the muddled mixture.

    4. 4

      Fill the glass with ice cubes, then top with club soda, leaving room for garnish.

    5. 5

      Stir gently once more to combine, then garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a mango slice before serving immediately.