Blueberry Mojito
Approximate calorie count: 130 caloriesLimes are good for weight loss because of the citric acid — a metabolism booster. "Mint is a huge flavour contributor with less than a calorie in a 100g serving, so the more the merrier," says Roxanne. Blueberries are key to making this drink! "Berries are great for regulating the fat-burning gene, as well as lowering high blood pressure," says Roxanne.
Ingredients
- 6-8 Lime wedges
- 8 Mint leaves
- 25 ml White rum
- 1/4 cup Blueberries
- Soda water
Instructions
- Lightly muddle the lime wedges into the glass you're going to serve the drink in.
- Clap the mint leafs in your hands to release the flavour. Drop them in the glass and muddle again.
- Add the rum and blueberries and fill the glass 3/4 of the way with crushed ice.
- Using a long-handled spoon or bar spoon, stir the mixture until your glass is almost filled with dilution from the crushed ice.
- Top with soda water if needed.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a couple of blueberries sprinkled on top.