Citrusy, earthy, and not too sweet, this refreshing basil mojito cocktail is perfect for lounging and enjoying the weather no matter where you live!
Is there anything like a cool drink on a warm spring afternoon?
I think not!
Relaxing by the pool or in the backyard, nothing ushers in the season quite like good conversation, lots of sun, and a frosty, refreshing cocktail in your hand.
If you’re a citrus fan and your beverage of choice is one of these Cucumber Grapefruit Basil Mojitos, I promise you’ll be mixing up extra batches!
Spring sprang a while ago here in Florida, but Mr. Crumby and I celebrated it yesterday at Walt Disney World during Spring Dapper Day!
An unofficial event, it’s a day to celebrate the tradition of stepping out in style, often bringing out ladies and gents dressed in their best from back in the day.
This was my second Dapper Day, and getting my hubs to dress up with me and enjoy the off-and-on weather was an absolutely wonderful way to spend a Saturday in April.
There was a lot of running around, selfie-snapping, chit chat, sore feet (I don’t recommend heels at Disney, even for a partial day) and making new friends, but no lovely cocktails around the verandah (Magic Kingdom don’t play like that – Epcot is the drinking destination!)
That happened after we got home from the park.
The fickle rain clouds disappeared and the sun finally broke through and stayed out until it set, giving me a little sunburn as we sat in the backyard, enjoying a couple of these, playing with the pooch, and doing not much else but watching the wind blow through the trees.
It was a perfect evening, wrapping up a lovely day with lovely people.
This is definitely going to become my new go-to entertaining cocktail!
The citrus combined with the muddled cucumber is so super refreshing, and since I’m not a big fan of mint, the basil variety was much more pleasant. I highly advise using lemon-lime soda instead of plain club soda, since it adds another layer of nice sweetness.
And then rum…because it’s just not a mojito without it!
Even more refreshing spring cocktails!
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Cucumber Grapefruit Basil Mojito
Ingredients
- 1 inch cucumber peeled, plus more slices for garnish
- 5-6 basil leaves plus more for garnish
- ½ lime quartered
- 1 grapefruit slice plus more slices for garnish
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 ounce lime juice fresh
- 1 ounce grapefruit juice fresh
- Crushed ice
- 2 ounces light rum
- 2 ounces lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
Instructions
- Add cucumber and basil to a cocktail shaker; muddle gently with a cocktail muddler, pestle, or the back of a spoon. Add lime and grapefruit wedges and sugar, muddling them gently as well to release juices.
- Add lime and grapefruit juices to shaker. Fill to top with crushed ice, cover, and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
- Double strain into a highball glass filled with crushed ice. Top with rum and soda, and garnish as desired with ingredients (You can also add the contents of the cocktail shaker if you’d rather not cut up more fruit – it works just as well!)
Nutrition
PIN THIS BASIL MOJITO FOR LATER!
Tammi @ Momma's Meals says
Now this is going on my Summer menu for dining on the deck! So refreshing!
Erica says
It’s a good thing citrus is available all year long! I can see these on my table come December, too!
Renee @ReneesKitchenAdventures says
I’m not much of a grapefruit fan, but this drink might win me over!
Erica says
You know, I’m really picky about where I consume grapefruit, but it’s just present enough in this to make it pleasant and not overwhelming – the flavor combo is lovely!
Constance Smith | Cosmopolitan Cornbread says
What a great Mojito recipe!
Erica says
Thanks Constance!! 🙂 I’m in love with cucumber in my drinks!
Kimberlie Robert says
Your photos look so crisp and icy cold. Beautiful. I will definitely be putting this one together. Sooner than later. I also participated in the Spring Welcome event. You can see my post here http://www.thefinercookie.com/cookie-recipes/wxn926hj4sdgjmkay43nw6phzfstrd
Erica says
Let me know how you like it, Kimberlie!! I’ll be sure to hop by and check out you recipe! Is this your first Sunday Supper?
thefinercookie says
It is my first Sunday Supper. So far it seems great!
Eileen says
This drink looks so refreshing and the photos are beautiful.
Meaghan says
Basil and cucumber are such a refreshing combo! Beautiful photos
Amy Barrett says
Great photos my mouth is watering
Christie says
Cucumber and grapefruit AND basil? IN a mojito? I need a pitcher because that sounds amazing.
Cindy Kerschner says
Very different! So pretty!