Imbibe to your heart’s desire with a light and refreshing Skinny Mojito.
Let’s get something out of the way, right away. A “skinny” cocktail—or “skinny” anything—will not make you or anyone you know skinny. They’re not magical potions that will get that beach bod ready for summer in a matter of days. Far from it, in fact. These concoctions are more for after you’ve put in all of those hours, weeks and months of working out and getting fit. A reward, if you will. But it’s the drink that is skinny, to keep all of that work you’ve done from disappearing overnight. Which has happened.
A Skinny Mojito is a lighter and brighter version of the classic refreshing libation. Still using rum as the base spirit, this recipe features a diet or zero-calorie soft drink, like 7UP or Sprite, to provide the sweetness in place of the usual sugar. And of course, what’s any kind of mojito without the mint?
Honestly, it doesn’t matter what your reason is for wanting a Skinny Mojito. I used to love candy, sodas, and all kinds of sweet stuff. Over time, I lost my taste for things that are too sugary, and tonight’s beverage is my preferred take on the original Mojito mixture. Just citrusy enough, with a fine, tart fizz and lovely tropical notes from the rum on the finish.
Skinny? Yes. But also a wonderfully balanced tipple.
What is the best rum to use in a Skinny Mojito?
To achieve a refreshing and crisp sip, plus a cocktail that has an overall perfect flavor and texture, a white rum will be the spirit you’ll want to go with. Clear in color, unaged and with notes of floral, fruity infusions, this is the liquor that will meld and blend in harmonious fashion with the other ingredients that make up this thirst-quenching sipper.
Ingredients
- 1 lime cut into wedges
- 5 fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
- 1 ounce white rum
- Zero-calorie lemon-lime soda to top
- Lime wedge to garnish
Instructions
- In a sturdy highball glass, gently muddle the lime wedges and mint leaves together. Pour the white rum over the muddled lime and mint
- Fill the glass with ice cubes and top with the zero-calorie lemon-lime soda or club soda.
- Stir the mixture gently to combine all the flavors. Garnish your Skinny Mojito with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge. Serve immediately with a straw.
Nutrition
What glassware and garnish are used?
Fill a highball glass with ice and garnish your prepared cocktail with a fresh sprig of mint and a lime wedge. The slender shape of the glass will help keep your ice cubes from melting too quickly, diluting your drink.
Can you use club soda instead of lemon-lime soda?
You can. The flavorless club soda will create a drier beverage, accentuating the taste of the rum, mint and lime juice.
Other “skinny” cocktails worth trying
If you’re looking for more low-calorie drinks to enjoy this summer, or at any time of the year, your search is about to get a little easier. Twist & Toast has some fine and fresh libations that will relax you, refresh you, and keep your personal trainer happier with your weekend choices.
- Skinny Margarita – Keep those hot days at bay with this satisfying concoction.
- Vodka Soda – Simple, strong and effervescent.
- Skinny Paloma – This light indulgence is both sour and a little sweet.
- Gin Rickey – Lime juice, club soda and gin come together to create this popular and timeless cocktail.
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