At-the-Cabin Mojitos

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
At-the-Cabin Mojitos
45 min.
4
254kcal

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Imagine yourself nestled in a cozy cabin, surrounded by nature's beauty, with the sun setting and a gentle breeze rustling the leaves. What better way to enhance this idyllic setting than with a refreshing At-the-Cabin Mojito? This delightful beverage is not only a feast for the senses but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, making it perfect for everyone in your group.

Crafted with fresh mint leaves, zesty lime juice, and a splash of rum, this mojito is a vibrant blend of flavors that will transport you straight to a tropical paradise. The sweetness of the sugar perfectly balances the tartness of the lime, while the club soda adds a bubbly finish that invigorates the palate. Plus, with its vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free attributes, you can enjoy this drink guilt-free, knowing it fits into a low FODMAP lifestyle.

Whether you're lounging on the porch, gathered around a fire pit, or simply enjoying a quiet evening, the At-the-Cabin Mojito is the ideal companion. With just 45 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a batch for four, ensuring that everyone can raise a glass and toast to good times and great company. So, gather your ingredients, embrace the spirit of relaxation, and let the At-the-Cabin Mojito elevate your cabin experience to new heights!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup water 
  • cup mint leaves packed coarsely chopped
  • cup rum 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh (from 2 medium limes)
  • 1.5 cups seltzer water chilled
  • serving ice cubes for 4 low-ball glasses
  • 12  lime cut in half thin (from 2 limes)
  •  mint leaves fresh

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In 1-quart saucepan, mix mint syrup ingredients.
  2. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat; let stand at room temperature about 20 minutes.
  4. Strain mint leaves mixture into pitcher; do not push on leaves or syrup will turn a dark green color.
  5. Add rum, lime juice and club soda to pitcher.
  6. Fill 4 low-ball glasses with ice cubes.
  7. Place halved lime slices in glasses, pushing down along side of glass, allowing ice cubes to hold them in place.
  8. Pour mint mixture into glasses over ice.
  9. Garnish each with mint sprig.

Nutrition Facts

Calories254kcal
Protein2.13%
Fat1.77%
Carbs96.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.27
Glycemic Load
17.97
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
3.4939130628886%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
4.12mg
Hesperetin
11.63mg
Naringenin
0.77mg
Apigenin
0.66mg
Luteolin
1.55mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:253.51kcal
12.68%
Fat:0.25g
0.38%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.22%
Carbohydrates:30.2g
10.07%
Net Carbohydrates:28.57g
10.39%
Sugar:25.56g
28.4%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:26.92mg
1.17%
Alcohol:20.04g
100%
Alcohol %:9.06%
100%
Protein:0.67g
1.34%
Vitamin C:14.54mg
17.63%
Vitamin A:538.44IU
10.77%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.06%
Fiber:1.63g
6.51%
Calcium:45.25mg
4.53%
Iron:0.81mg
4.48%
Copper:0.09mg
4.35%
Folate:17.16µg
4.29%
Magnesium:13.74mg
3.44%
Potassium:112.29mg
3.21%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.72%
Zinc:0.29mg
1.95%
Phosphorus:17.24mg
1.72%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.58%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.56%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.4%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.06%