Skip to main content
Epicurious
Gourmet

Mojito with Basil

(Rum, Lime, Mint and Basil Cocktail)Garnishes: fresh mint and basil sprigs and lime slices

4.0

(5)

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 drink.

Ingredients

2 fresh mint sprigs, chopped
2 fresh basil sprigs, chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) light rum
Chilled club soda or seltzer water

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a tall glass with back of a spoon crush mint and basil with sugar and lime juice until sugar is dissolved and stir in rum. Add ice cubes and top off drink with club soda or seltzer water.

    Step 2

    Stir drink well and garnish with mint, basil, and lime.

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesMojitoRumCubanCaribbeanLimeCitrusFruitMintHerbs & SpicesBasilQuickEasy5 Ingredients or FewerNo-CookSummerGourmet
Read More
Hugo Spritz
With elderflower liqueur, mint, and prosecco, the effervescent Hugo spritz cocktail is a hit year round, but particularly on warm nights.
Paloma Slushy
Frozen into a slushy, the classic tequila and grapefruit cocktail becomes even more refreshing.
Spicy Mango Margarita
Blend frozen mango, blanco tequila, and lime juice into these cooling margaritas. A Tajín rim adds a spicy-salty kick.
Sea Breeze
Gourmet’s version of this perfect summer drink mixes the ideal ratio of vodka with cranberry and grapefruit juices, right in the glass.
Kimchi Bloody Mary
The kimchi brine is the secret hero here; just a splash of it brightens the cocktail while deepening it with a little funky je ne sais quoi.
Luscious Banana Pudding
Layer homemade custard, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers under clouds of whipped cream for this iconic dessert.
Bicycle Bandit
A riff on the Bicycle Thief cocktail, a citrusy, low ABV riff on a Negroni, this three-ingredient, party-ready twist features grapefruit soda.
Frozen Espresso Martini With Spiked Whipped Cream
This frozen cocktail uses instant espresso for a strong flavor and unbeatable convenience.