This Cranberry Mojito strikes the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and bubbly. Light and refreshing, it’s an ideal cocktail recipe for any season — and it adapts easily to low-calorie, low-carb, and keto diets when you choose sugar-free ingredients.
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The Best Cranberry Mojitos
“You’ll love this classic mojito with a cranberry twist. It’s easy to make, festive for the holidays, and perfect any time you want a bright, sparkling cocktail. Use rum or vodka — either works wonderfully.” — Kori
Mojitos are versatile and come in many variations. If you enjoy this cranberry version, try other fruit-forward twists like lemon or fresh blueberry for a different seasonal touch.
Easy to Make
This cranberry mojito uses just a handful of simple ingredients. With fresh lime, mint, a splash of cranberry juice, and bubbly tonic or club soda, you can craft a refreshing drink in minutes. Garnish with lime, mint, and cranberries for a festive finish.
Simple and Delicious
The tartness of lime and cranberry pairs perfectly with the cool, aromatic mint and the effervescence of tonic or soda. Choose white rum or vodka depending on your preference; both create a light, easy-drinking cocktail that’s great for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.
Sugar-Free, Low Carb, Keto Options
This mojito can be made with regular sugar and cranberry juice, or with sugar substitutes and diet cranberry juice and tonic. For a keto-friendly version, use diet cranberry juice, sugar-free tonic water, and a sugar replacement that measures 1:1 for sugar.
Cranberry Mojito Ingredients
- Fresh lime juice — fresh squeezed for the best flavor.
- Fresh mint leaves — use whole leaves and a sprig for garnish.
- Granulated sugar or a sugar substitute — 1 tablespoon or to taste.
- White rum or vodka — 2 ounces.
- Cranberry juice — 2½ ounces; use sugar-free if desired.
- Ice
- Tonic water or club soda — 2 to 3 ounces, regular or diet.
- Garnish — fresh cranberries, mint sprig, and lime wedge.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Muddler
- Sharp knife
- Small cutting board
- Jigger or measuring tool
For exact ingredient quantities and step-by-step instructions, see the recipe card below.
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Substitutions and Variations
- Use light rum or vodka based on your preference.
- For extra tartness, add more fresh lime juice.
- Substitute another diet juice if you prefer a different flavor profile.
- Garnish with pear and add a splash of pear liqueur or pear vodka for a fall twist.
- Use regular tonic water and cranberry juice with real sugar if you don’t need a diet version.
- Try different sparkling waters, flavored sodas, or low-carb juices; adjust sweetness accordingly.
How to Make a Cranberry Mojito
- Place lime wedges and mint leaves in the bottom of a glass. Add the sugar or sugar substitute. Muddle gently for about 6–8 twists to release the lime juice and mint oils without bruising the mint too much.
- Add 2 ounces white rum or vodka and 2½ ounces cranberry juice.
- Fill the glass with ice, then top with 2–3 ounces tonic water or club soda. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a lime wedge, a sprig of mint, and a few fresh cranberries. Serve immediately.
Cranberry Mojitos Recipe — Top Tips
- Use cold ingredients: Keep mixers and spirits chilled to prevent excess dilution from melting ice.
- Pre-prep lime wedges and mint if you’re serving a crowd for faster assembly.
- Adjust the alcohol and citrus to suit your personal taste.
- When muddling, use about 7–8 gentle twists to release flavor without making the mint bitter.
- For a keto-friendly cocktail, choose diet cranberry juice and sugar-free tonic, and use a 1:1 sugar substitute.
📖 The recipe
Cranberry Mojitos
Kori Butler
5 mins
5 mins
1 serving
147 kcal
Ingredients
- ½ lime, quartered (plus extra for garnish)
- 6–7 mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (regular or substitute)
- 2 ounces white rum or vodka
- 2½ ounces cranberry juice (regular or diet)
- Ice
- 2–3 ounces tonic water or club soda (regular or sugar free)
Instructions
- Place lime wedges and mint in the bottom of a glass. Add sugar and muddle gently about 6–8 twists.
- Add rum or vodka and cranberry juice.
- Fill the glass with ice and top with tonic or club soda. Stir gently and taste, adjusting lime or sweetness if desired.
- Garnish with a lime wedge, mint sprig, and fresh cranberries.
Kori’s Tips
- Use cold ingredients to keep the drink from becoming diluted.
- Prep ingredients ahead when serving groups.
- Adjust proportions to your taste, especially the lime and spirit amount.
- Muddle gently to avoid bitter mint.
- For keto, use diet cranberry juice, sugar-free tonic, and a 1:1 sugar substitute.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 147 kcal | Carbs: 17.8 g | Protein: 0.3 g | Sodium: 7.2 mg | Fiber: 12.7 g | Sugar: 1 g
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This cranberry mojito recipe is a refreshingly light cocktail that works great year-round and feels especially festive during holidays. It’s an easy, healthy-feeling drink with the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and sparkling. Choose vodka or rum and pick sugar-free ingredients if you want a low-carb or keto version. Cheers to a bright, flavorful cocktail you’ll want to make again and again.