While I will forever love Classic Mojitos, and these Basil Mojitos too, these Pineapple Mojitos are always a crowd favorite. Like no other mojito you’ve tasted, this cocktail is made with tons of pineapple and plenty of fresh mint. If you’ve tried a mojito in the past and not loved it, this one might change your mind.
This drink is refreshingly light and not too sweet. I read a restaurant review of this cocktail in Bon Appetit several years ago and I immediately called my sister to tell her to bring some mint with her when she met us at our cabin that summer. We mixed up a batch of the Pineapple Mint Puree on Friday night and the mojitos were a huge hit all weekend. We made a Non-Alcoholic Pineapple Mojito recipe as well and the whole family enjoyed them. I’ve tweaked the original recipe slightly, but this is very close to the pineapple mojito that Mercer Kitchen serves in NYC.
How To Make Pineapple Mojitos
While the steps for this recipe might appear lengthy at first glance, this winds up being a simple cocktail to make. First, you’ll make the Pineapple Mint Puree. It starts with a simple syrup of sugar, water, and fresh mint. You’ll combine that syrup with pineapple in the blender and puree it. The pineapple puree can be stored in the refrigerator for several days until you are ready to use it. When you’re ready to make the mojitos, muddle fresh lime, pineapple chunks, and mint in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add a splash of the puree and a splash of rum. Shake well. Pour over ice and top with club soda. It’s that easy and this cocktail (and the pineapple mojito mocktail) are well worth a few extra minutes to make the mint syrup. You’re going to love it. Kitchen Tip: I use this (gorgeous!) shaker, this muddler, and these glasses to make this recipe.
Pineapple Mojito Recipe
If you’re looking for some more great drinks to make this summer, check out this Whiskey Smash and the classic Moscow Mule Cocktail. This Homemade Grapefruit Soda is a kid favorite in my house. And if you’re like me and prefer your drinks a bit less sweet, this homemade Strawberry Lemonade is the way to go. I’m looking forward to trying Cucumber Lime Punch and Lavender Lemonade as the weather warms up this summer. {originally published 6/6/13 – recipe notes and photos updated 4/26/22}
