Blueberry Cherry Mojito! Channel your inner mixologist and try this refreshing and delicious Blueberry Cherry Mojito! Sweetened with fresh blueberries and cherries, this mojito is amazing and perfect for summer!
Last week I had the pleasure of traveling to Nashville to attend a Southern Baking Retreat hosted by White Lily Flour. I’ve never been to Nashville and heard what a great city it was and was so excited to go. The food, people and hospitality did not let me down. That southern hospitality definitely exists! With the ma’ams and yes ma’am and the terms of endearment like darlin’ and sugar and y’all instead of you guys. . I knew I was in Nashville, Tennessee!
On the last day, I was heading down to the elevator to check out of the hotel and the elevator door opened and I got on. Immediately, this little, old man with white hair, dressed in shorts with a pastel colored oxford button up shirt tucked in with a belt and a sweater draped over his shoulders says to me, “Well, good God Almighty! Dang gummit!!! Where are YOU headed? What floor do you need?!!!” in the thickest southern accent ever . . and he’s huffing and puffing (he was really angry you guys) . . and I looked at him and said, “Excuse me, sir?” I couldn’t believe he had just said all that to me . . it was like a scene from a movie. Then, he says to me, “Well, I’m sorry ma’am . . I have been going up and down in this elevator and this hot coffee just spilled all over my hands.” He was carrying pastries and some coffees in his hands. We get down to the lobby level and he gets off (first) and immediately goes to the front desk to complain. Not really sure what you complain about because he obviously got on the wrong elevator and that was it. The elevators were working just fine.
As he was scooting off the elevators, I see his shorts kinda riding up in the middle because maybe the shorts are too small or his thighs too big. . but it dawns on me that I had just met Beverly Leslie, the character from Will and Grace. That TV show with Eric McCormack and Debra Messing, from the late 90’s.
Does anyone remember this show? or this character?! The guy in the elevator was totally him. Southern drawl and all.
Well, I know this man was holding coffee . . but he should have been reaching for a blueberry cherry mojito. He certainly needed some loosening up.
It’s August and we are soaking up every last bit of summer. I don’t know about you but I still have my refrigerator packed with berries and cherries. I borrowed a muddler from my friend, Rina, and mixed up one of my favorites with a twist!
A blueberry cherry mojito! Because it’s summer and we still have a few more weeks to play and relax!
You guys, this blueberry cherry mojito is so refreshing and tasty. Who needs to go to an expensive bar and pay $11 for a mojito when you can make one at home.
And I wanted a little more of a bright flavor, so I added some of my pure lemon extract from Nielsen Massey. They make more than just vanilla and almond extracts! I have some orange blossom water, pure orange extract and some rose water which I can’t wait to play around with!
Nielsen-Massey, a family owned and operated company, has been making the finest vanilla products and flavor extracts for over 100 years. With products ranging from their classic Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract to fruity and floral Tahitian Pure Vanilla Extract and fragrant Orange Blossom Water, Nielsen-Massey makes the perfect flavorful addition to round out any summertime drink recipe!
So, go ahead. . channel your inner mixologist and try your hand at mixing up some of your favorite drinks at home.
Here’s hoping you are also able to find some time to kick back a little and sip on something delicious this month. I hope you give this blueberry cherry mojito a try!
Cheers!
Blueberry Cherry Mojito
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries + some for garnish if desired
- 1/3 cup fresh cherries pitted and cut in half
- 10 fresh mint leaves + more for garnish
- 3 teaspoons sugar split
- 6 ounces white rum split
- juice from 1 lime
- 3/4 teaspoon Nielsen-Massey Pure Lemon Extract split
- 6 ounces club soda split
- Ice cubes
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Divide blueberries and cherries evenly into 3 tall, sturdy glasses. Use a muddler to crush the blueberries and cherries. Add in a few mint leaves and 1 teaspoon of sugar into each glass. Use the muddler again to gently crush the mint leaves.
- Stir in 2 ounces of rum, a squeeze of fresh lime juice and about a 1/4 teaspoon of the Nielsen-Massey Pure Lemon Extract evenly into each glass. Pour in the club soda and add some ice cubes. Stir, taste and add more sugar if desired. Garnish with extra blueberries, a lime wedge and some more mint if desired.
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Johlene@FlavoursandFrosting says
August 10, 2015 at 2:44 am10/10 in my books for this post! These cherry mojitos look amazing! Lucky girl for going to Nashville wish I was you! I love the Southern American accent 🙂
hipfoodiemom says
August 10, 2015 at 1:10 pmThank you Johlene!!
Mir says
August 10, 2015 at 5:59 amYour elevator incident is pretty funny. But hey, that famous McDonald’s coffee lawsuit worked for that person. They’re super rich now for spilling coffee on themselves. And I loved Will and Grace. Now I want to meet this guy!
We’re at the beach house and I could sure use one of these for a cocktail (or seven)! Especially since the kids never let us sleep when we’re on vacation, so I want to drink myself to sleep in a tasty way.
hipfoodiemom says
August 10, 2015 at 1:16 pmhaha, I’m with you Mir. . I am so tired today. . I need a pick me up!!! as I was searching for a video clip to find that character, I watched so many clips of Will and Grace on you tube last night. . I also LOVED that show! I loved Karen’s character the best. She was hilarious!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
August 10, 2015 at 7:14 amI remember him – he was actually in the UK celebrity Big Brother, but he wasn’t too popular.
This drink just screams summer to me. I am not sure why I never think to make mojitos. I am going to have to make this very soon, whilst the bkueberries are in season.
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes) says
August 10, 2015 at 7:59 amThis looks soooo sensational. And that is a very cool elevator story.
David @ Spiced says
August 10, 2015 at 8:00 amOh man, this mojito looks amazing! I could go for one right about now. And the Nashville story? Classic! My sister lives in Nashville, so I get to go down there to visit quite a bit. I love that city!! Now pass me a mojito, please…
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
August 10, 2015 at 8:00 amAlice, this mojito sounds just perfect! I absolutely love the blueberry and cherry combination. It’s not bad that I want this for breakfast, right? Love the gorgeous color, too!
Zainab says
August 10, 2015 at 8:01 amHahaha the old man sure does need some loosening up! I love this mojito in all its glory!! The lemon extract is just a great touch.
hipfoodiemom says
August 10, 2015 at 1:16 pmThanks so much, Zainab!!!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
August 10, 2015 at 8:08 amLoved seeing all your IG and FB posts from your trip. Looks like a great time. The color of this cocktail is just gorgeous. And the lemon extract = genius addition!
Abby @ The Frosted Vegan says
August 10, 2015 at 8:15 amYour trip looked like so much fun! Nashville is a cute city and I love that it has that Southern feel to it 🙂 Because it’s Monday, I think I need 3 of these please!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
August 10, 2015 at 8:21 amHahahahahahhaha! I totally fell out of my chair laughing at your story. AND reference! I use to LOVE Will and Grace! And I most definitely remember Beverly Leslie!!! Hand me a loud speaker and I’ll play Karen!! 😉 Anyways, this cocktail is terrific, Alice! Blueberry AND Cherry FLAVORED Mojito? Gimme some of dat!!! The color is gorgeous and the flavors are phenomenal! Almost dangerous, because I can probably drink a few of these! Cheers to 5 o’clock! Pinned!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
August 10, 2015 at 8:47 amMojitos are my current obsession, but I have never had one with this kinda berrylicious flavah! I LOVE that you added that lemon extract for some brightness! Pinned!
Kelly says
August 10, 2015 at 9:01 amSo glad you had a great time in Nashville 🙂 Haha too funny about the elevator incident! This mojito would totally loosen him up! Love the lemon extract and gorgeous color! It sounds so refreshing and delicious!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
August 10, 2015 at 9:31 amAlice- this has to be one of the most gorgeous drinks I’ve seen all summer! Love the sweet berry and cherry combo and that lemon extract sounds just perfect! And I totally remember that guy from Will and Grace too! What a character.
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
August 10, 2015 at 10:08 amYou were in Nashville?! I live 45 minutes away! I could have met you for coffee or ice cream. You better let me know the next time you are in my neck of the woods! And this mojito is just how I want to start my Monday! It’s 5 o’clock somewhere!
Naomi says
August 10, 2015 at 10:21 amGreat drink – and psst. . . I love Nielsen-Massey. Best extracts and flavoring on the market!
Matt says
August 10, 2015 at 10:22 amThese drinks look incredible – pass me a glass!
Cheryl says
August 10, 2015 at 10:24 amermagahhhhhhhh this looks amazing!! There’s nothing I love more than a fruity mojito and I’m finally at the point in my pregnancy where I am like DYING–DY.ING.–for a cocktail. Like counting down the days. And this totally fits the bill for my first cocktail back after baby. Mmmmmm. Also, yay for Nashville! It’s definitely different down here, and I always resent it.. but then when I go somewhere else, I’m like, how are you people so unfriendly?! Because we talk to EVERYONE. Except that elevator fellow.. he needs to not talk to everyone. Yeesh man!
Manali@CookWithManali says
August 10, 2015 at 12:22 pmAlice, I love this mojito!! what a gorgeous color 🙂
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
August 10, 2015 at 12:24 pmAlice – this mojito has such a gorgeous coloring to it! I bet if you got on that elevator holding these in your hands – that chap would have had quite a different attitude 😉
marcie says
August 10, 2015 at 12:28 pmThat Southern Baking Retreat must’ve been so fun! And these mojitos! This flavor combination sounds like the best one ever. Pinned!
Kelley @ Chef Savvy says
August 10, 2015 at 2:32 pmThis mojito looks fantastic! Love the combo of cherries and blueberry!
Sam @ SugarSpunRun says
August 10, 2015 at 2:49 pmWoah, what an elevator interaction! Sounds like the guy was quite a (grumpy) character! He definitely could’ve used one of these beautiful drinks, I could use one right now to get through this Monday, too! 🙂
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
August 10, 2015 at 4:39 pmHow fun! I’m obsessed with blueberry and cherry flavors together and I am with you on soakin gup every last bit of summer 🙂
Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom says
August 10, 2015 at 4:47 pmWow! Sounds like that guy in the elevator definitely needs one or two of these! Maybe you should start carrying around little bottles to dole out to people in need of a chill-pill 😉 Mojitos are one of my favorite summer cocktails, and the combo of blueberry and cherry couldn’t sound more delicious! I’ll take two, please 🙂
Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says
August 10, 2015 at 7:13 pmSounds like that guy was having a rough day – I’m sure your mojito would have helped him relax ;).
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
August 10, 2015 at 7:57 pmThat color is stunning, what a gorgeous mojito!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
August 10, 2015 at 9:23 pmHaha, we all have those days! It’s Monday — I could go for one of these!
Mira says
August 10, 2015 at 9:28 pmLobe mojitos! Great combination with blueberries and cherries! That guy – what did he want? He was in the wrong elevator! That’s weird, people in the south are usually more friendly 🙂
Maria | Pink Patisserie says
August 10, 2015 at 10:00 pmSo glad you had a great trip, despite your elevator companion. Oh my goodness! This drink, those blueberries and I love the addition of the lemon. I love a good cocktail but I always hate to spend money on them, especially when I know how affordable they are to make at home.. Will definitely give it a try!
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says
August 11, 2015 at 5:12 amBerries in my drinks and Will and Grace are favourite things around here! Love the drink and the whole elevator situation Alice!
Joanne says
August 11, 2015 at 7:14 amHaha love that you got a real southern experience! And OMG these cocktails!! My fridge looks like a berry patch right now, so yes yes yes I need this!
Sarah | Broma Bakery says
August 11, 2015 at 7:49 amAHHHH! What a story. He is the cutest man in Hollywood. So glad you had a great time in Nashville. Loved following along on insta!
Ben Maclain | Havocinthekitchen says
August 11, 2015 at 7:54 amI bet if that guy had had this amazing mojito instead of the coffee, he wouldn’t have been that grumpy! I wouldn’t! Such a delicious cocktail, Alice – just the quintessence of summer refreshing drinks!
Heidi Kokborg says
August 11, 2015 at 8:27 amWow! This drink looks amazing! 🙂
Katalina @ Peas and Peonies says
August 11, 2015 at 9:12 amAll I need is a few days off by the pool with 2,3 or 5 of these cocktails and everything will be good in the world!
annie@ciaochowbambina says
August 11, 2015 at 2:50 pmBlueberry – Cherry? Yes, please! The mojito is in my top few all-time favorite cocktails…this combination will definitely push it to the lead! Gorgeous drink, Alice!
Amy @Very Culinary says
August 11, 2015 at 10:14 pmOmg, that is hilarious!! Sounds like HE needed one of these drinks. Or several!
Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says
August 11, 2015 at 10:20 pmOh my goodness! What an exciting celebrity encounter! This blueberry cherry mojitos are perfect to top off that exciting moment!
marla says
August 18, 2015 at 2:38 pmSuch a beautiful summer cocktail!