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Orange Mint Hibiscus Mojitos

These mojitos are very unique, the hibiscus flowers give them a great pink color and a hint of floral flavor; very refreshing on a hot summer day.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine Cuban
Servings 4
Calories 292 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2/3 cup agave nectar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 tbsp dried hibiscus leaves
  • 1 small orange
  • 3 limes cut into wedges
  • 1 cup orange mint leaves or any kind of mint
  • 3 cup sparkling water
  • cup white rum
  • ice
  • extra mint for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat water and agave nectar over medium heat with hibiscus until the sugar is dissolved (about 5-10 minutes).
  • Strain through a fine strainer, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.
  • Food process the mint leaves with zest from 1/4 of the orange and a bit of ice.
  • Divide between 4 mojito glasses, add 4 lime wedges to each glass and muddle.
  • Add ice to each glass and top with 1.5 oz of rum, 2 tsp of hibiscus syrup (or more to taste), and ½ cup of sparkling water.
  • Garnish with thinly sliced limes and mint leaves.
Keyword cocktail, drink, hibiscius, lime, mint, mojito, orange