White Christmas Mojito

It seems around only 25% of Americans are able to get a white Christmas, which, in my opinion, is totally unfair. But don't worry—I’ve got you covered with this white Christmas mojito. With this cocktail in hand, you won't even need to pay attention to the forecast. To turn this classic summer drink into a holiday star, I added coconut cream to create that frosty, snow-topped vibe, and pomegranate seeds as a bright and festive garnish. It has all the refreshing flavors of the classic mojito, with a sweet holiday twist.

How To Make A White Christmas Mojito

INGREDIENTS

• Coconut Cream: Coconut cream not only adds sweetness and creates a thicker, creamy texture, but also is what nails the winter wonderland vibe we’re going for.
• Rum: Use a white rum here: they have a light and mild body, which makes them perfect for mixing with our other ingredients. Use your favorite brand, or check out our favorite rum brands.
• Mint, Lime & Sugar: The key to a great mojito is muddling your mint, lime, and sugar well to extract the natural oils and flavor from the mint. I recommend doing this for at least 15-20 seconds.
• Seltzer: A mojito needs a fizzy component, so I’m using seltzer water to top this drink off.
• Pomegranate Seeds: Pomegranate seeds are what add that pop of festive color—I highly recommend using them, but if you don’t have any, you can leave them off (or use sugared cranberries instead).
  

STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS

Using either a blender or a handheld mixer, blend the rum and coconut cream together until combined and very frothy.

Now, it’s time for the most important step: the muddling. Add your mint leaves, lime juice, and sugar to your glass, and muddle for at least 15-20 seconds.

Once the smell of mint has started to fill the room, you can add your ice, then fill the glass with your blended coconut cream and rum mixture.

Grab your seltzer, and top the glass off with a good pour. Give it a sip, then add more seltzer if needed.

Once your drink is ready to go, you can have fun with your garnish. I love a fresh mint sprig and pomegranate seeds, but feel free to get creative.

The full list of ingredients and instructions can be found in the recipe below.

Recipe Tips

• Batch it. This recipe makes one drink, but you can easily make a big batch using these ratios.
• No blender? I call for using a blender or hand mixer, but if you don't have one, that’s okay. You can definitely use a cocktail shaker for this step or also whisk the ingredients to get it frothed! If it ain't frothed, it ain’t white Christmas.
• Do I need a muddler? A muddler is a simple tool that’s most commonly made of wood, but can also be crafted out of metal or plastic. It’s used to press ingredients like citrus or herbs into the bottom of a glass to unlock their essences and flavor. If you don’t have a muddler, that’s okay! You can use a wooden spoon or any other kitchen tool that could be used to mash and grind in a glass.