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    Grilled peach mojito

    July 11, 2019 by Caroline's Cooking

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    This grilled peach mojito is a deliciously fruity twist on the classic cocktail. Easy to make, it's full of fresh summery flavors (that also works as a mocktail too).

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    Grilled peach mojito with peach and mint to side of glass

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    Mojitos were probably one of the first cocktails I actually enjoyed, after a gin and tonic. I know that might seem like an odd statement, but some of the first I had were made by friends and quite honestly were far too sweet or weird concoctions.

    If I was out, they weren't something I would choose to order. That was partly as they were more expensive, but also I found most way too sweet. When I got to Madrid, though, and was introduced to a Cuban bar, things changed.

    Looking in to glass of grilled peach mojito with ice in drink

    I say bar, but that might be a slight exaggeration. It was more of a social club, upstairs in an unassuming residential building. I've no idea how the friends I was with originally discovered it. But they served the best mojitos I've ever had and played great Cuban music. 

    I'm sure they'd find this peach mojito complete butchering of a classic, but now and again twists are a good thing. And believe me, this one is worth trying. 

    What is a mojito?

    Mojitos are a classic Cuban cocktail made by muddling mint in a glass with lime and sugar, then adding white rum and topping up with soda. The balance of sweet and citrus, a bit of a kick but still a refreshing longer drink make it perfect for warmer weather.

    grilling peach slices and lime

    Do you need to grill the peaches?

    No, you can certainly make this without grilling the fruit first, but as I mention in my grilled peaches with mascarpone, grilling really brings out the flavor. I also think it makes them easier to muddle. If you don't grill the peaches, I'd suggest you peel them first before muddling. 

    Obviously if you're not grilling the peaches, don't both grilling the lime either. It, too, just helps give a slightly different more mellow flavor. 

    peach, mint, lime and sugar in glass ready to muddle for mojito

    What if you don't want 'bits' in your cocktail?

    One of the things I always associate with drinking mojitos is avoiding bits of mint. Personally, I don't tend to mind them. With this take, you also get some chunks of peach, depending on how good your muddling is.

    If you don't like these, however, you can put the peach, mint, lime and sugar in a blender and pulse them all together. This way works particularly well if you are making a batch of cocktails.

    muddled fruit and mint

    Can you make a frozen peach mojito?

    You can even make this a frozen drink by freezing the grilled peach slices first. You could use ready-frozen peach slices but I often find their flavor isn't quite as good. For this, that's not necessarily such a big deal, so just do what you have time for.

    If you're looking for a tasty mocktail, this is definitely a good drink to just skip the alcohol on, or use part soda water, part ginger beer. The mix of lime, peach and mint is definitely enough to hold it's own. 

    As you'll see, there are a few options on this cocktail, but all of them are easy and all delicious. I for one know I'll be serving up another grilled peach mojito (or two) soon - join me!

    grilled peach mojito in glass from side

    Looking for more fruity cocktails? Try these!

    • Frozen pineapple daiquiri
    • Mango margarita
    • Raspberry collins cocktail
    • I also love the sound of this blueberry pineapple mojito from The Gastronom
    • Plus get lots more ideas in the cocktail recipes archives.
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    5 from 2 votes

    Grilled peach mojito

    This grilled peach mojito is a deliciously fruity twist on the classic cocktail. Easy to make, it's full of fresh summery flavors (that also works as a mocktail too).
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Cuban, Fusion
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 187kcal
    Author: Caroline's Cooking
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    Ingredients

    • 1 peach (or nectarine)
    • ½ lime
    • 6 mint leaves
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1 ½ oz white rum 45ml
    • 1 ½ oz soda water 45ml, or as needed

    Instructions

    • Cut the peach into about 6-8 slices. Brush the peach slices and lime lightly with oil and then grill all for a couple minutes each side until they have light char marks. Allow to cool slightly.
    • Hold back a slice of peach for garnish, then put the rest in a glass. Roughly tear the mint and add it along with the sugar and juice from the lime. Muddle all together until well broken up then remove larger pieces of the peach skin (the flesh should fall off as you muddle).
    • Add the rum to the glass, a few cubes of ice and top up with soda water. Stir gently and serve.

    Notes

    For a smoother version - put peach, mint, sugar and lime juice in blender and blend until smooth. Then continue as above.
    If you don't want to grill the peach, skin it first before muddling (you just leave it on for grilling or the peach slices may well fall apart).
    To make frozen - use frozen peach slices and put in blender as with smoother version.
    For mocktail - use approx 1 ½ oz ginger beer and 1 ½ oz soda water instead of rum and soda, rest is the same.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 285mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 745IU | Vitamin C: 21.5mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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    1. Marcus

      July 19, 2019 at 10:37 am

      The grilled peaches cook up the recipe by bringing a nice additional taste!

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      • Caroline's Cooking

        July 25, 2019 at 6:11 am

        Thanks, I think so too!

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    2. Abigail S. Raines

      July 13, 2019 at 9:09 pm

      5 stars
      Grilling brings out the sweet deliciousness in fruits so what an awesome idea to use this in a mojito! I am all for that!

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      • Caroline's Cooking

        July 17, 2019 at 10:58 am

        Thanks, indeed it really does bring out the sweetness. Perfect for this mojito!

        Reply
    3. Jessica

      July 13, 2019 at 4:12 pm

      I love that grilled peach flavor! This is going to be my new go-to summer drink!

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      • Caroline's Cooking

        July 17, 2019 at 10:57 am

        Grilling really brings out the flavor!

        Reply
    4. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

      July 13, 2019 at 3:15 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like such a delicious summery and fruity beverage. I certainly want to give it a try!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking

        July 17, 2019 at 10:57 am

        Thanks, hope you enjoy! It's definitely perfect for summer.

        Reply

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