Put the lime in the coconut... with these refreshing, tropical Coconut Mojitos sweetened with Agave Syrup. This coconut version of the classic mojito is absolutely addicting!
shredded coconutfor garnish (optional) - you can pulse it in the food processor to get snowflake-sized pieces
10mint leaves
1-2tablespoonssugaror agave nectar
½cupsparkling water(seltzer) or Sprite, if you like sweeter drinks
1shotcoconut rum
½cupice cubes
Instructions
Optional step to garnish your glass. Run a wedge of lime along the rim of the glass. Dip the rim of the glass into a bowl with coconut flakes. Be careful not to knock the flakes off in the next step!
Add the mint leaves and sugar to a glass, and muddle them to release their juices. If you don't have a mojito muddler, you can use a fork to mash up the mint leaves. Add lime wedges to the glass and muddle them too, making sure to squeeze both the pulp and the skin to release lime juice and lime oils from the skin.
Add the ice cubes, rum, and seltzer. Give it a swirl and enjoy!
Notes
You may substitute simple syrup or a tablespoon of sugar for the agave syrup, or skip it altogether and use Sprite to sweeten your mojito.If your shredded coconut is not sticking to the glass, you can dip the rim of the glass into a plate with a little bit of agave nectar, which is sticky enough to hold the coconut well.