A smooth and easy fig mojito is perfect for enjoying this sensational fig season. Add a twist to the traditional cocktail for good measure.
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Ingredients
- Figs: These luscious fruits are the twist that’ll make your mojito pop with a sweet and sultry note.
- Maple Syrup: Drizzle in some of this golden nectar for a smooth sweetness that complements the figs like a dream.
- Mint Sprigs: Freshness alert! Mint is the heart of any mojito, giving that refreshing kick we all crave.
- Light Rum: Ahoy there! Light rum keeps things spirited without overpowering – it’s the smooth sailing your mojito needs.
- Fresh Lime Juice: Pucker up for a citrus zing that cuts through the sweetness and balances your beverage to perfection.
- Granulated Sugar: This sweet staple dissolves into the mix, adding just the right touch of sweetness.
- Club Soda: The fizzy finisher that adds a bubbly personality to your mojito mix.
- Garnish: Lime slices and extra mint sprigs are the crowning glory for the eye and the palette, making every sip a celebration.
How to Make a Fig Mojito
- Remove insides of figs from shell and place in two separate glasses.
- Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 5 mint sprigs to each glass and muddle (or mash) together using a fork.
- Next add half of rum, lime juice and sugar to each glass.
- Fill rest of glasses with ice and club soda.
- Garnish each with a slice of lime and a sprig of mint if desired and serve.
I know quite a bit about figs. My big mama has the most luscious fig tree in her backyard in Mississippi so I adore whenever I can get my hands on some. Since fig season ends so soon, I thought that a mojito celebrating the season with the flavors of maple to highlight fall would be lovely. And I was right.
How to Store
A fig mojito is best enjoyed fresh, but if you need to store it, keep the mixture without the ice in the refrigerator for up to a day. Add ice and club soda just before serving to keep the fizz alive and the flavors vibrant.
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Fig Mojito
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Ingredients
- 2 figs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 10 mint sprigs
- 3/4 cup light rum
- 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Club soda and ice
- Garnish: lime slices and mint sprigs
Instructions
- Remove insides of figs from shell and place in two separate glasses.
- Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 5 mint sprigs to each glass and muddle (or mash) together using a fork.
- Next add half of rum, lime juice and sugar to each glass.
- Fill rest of glasses with ice and club soda.
- Garnish each with a slice of lime and a sprig of mint if desired and serve.
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I love figs so much but I was just not able to get my hands on any this season. 🙁 If I happen to stumble across any (maybe it’s not too late?) I will be sure to mix up this cocktail! Love that it’s sweetened with maple; such a perfect drink to bridge the seasons!
I LOVE (and hoard) figs! Turning them into a mojito is just plain GENIUS! This cocktail is beautiful, girlfriend! Totally making this come 5 o’clock! Pinned! Cheers! 😉
J, I love this fig spin on a mojito!!! brilliant!! and I love that big mama has a fig tree in her backyard in Mississippi!!! figs must be very special to you! love this!
I need to eat out more often…we almost never eat out, but I always get some good recipe inspiration when we do. Looks like a delicious mojito!
Yes try some new restaurants you have been eye-ing. You will adore it!
We eat out a lot too, but it gives me so much inspiration! I make notes on my phone like a huge food nerd. 🙂 Fresh figs in a mojito sounds fantastic, Jocelyn! Now I know what to do with my next batch of figs. 🙂
Oh I love to make notes too. Seriously they are so necessary!
Ok Jocelyn, I consider myself the queen of mojitos, and I’ve never heard of a fig mojito! (Insert sad face) This is totally gorgeous and I absolutely cannot wait to try it! Thanks for sharing!
I love that I finally know the queen of mojitos! You are fantastic!!!!
I love getting recipe inspiration from restaurants, and pretty much anywhere! This is such a gorgeous cocktail for fall!
Thank you hon!
Why not start Monday with a cocktail! You are speaking my language! This mojito sounds fabulous.
Agreed. Mondays deserve cocktails period.
I have yet to find fresh figs around here. Must find them to make this incredible mojito!
Yes you totally have to find them and fast!
Cheers to fig season and this creative mojito!
Thank you Tonya!