A mango puree mojito pairs sweet, sunny mango with cool mint, tart lime, and light rum, and finishes with a fizzy splash of soda water. The puree gives the drink a thick, silky body, so it feels more like a tropical treat than a plain highball.
This recipe makes two glasses in about 10 minutes. You can blend fresh mango for the puree or use a ready made sweetened jar, and you can build the drink either in the glass or in a shaker. Both methods are below.
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Why This Mango Puree Mojito Recipe Works
This mango puree mojito works because mango is sweet and low in acid, so lime juice and mint give it the lift it needs. Using puree instead of chunks means the fruit blends evenly into the drink, so every sip tastes the same, and you do not need to chew on bits of mango.
The rum is added in a measured amount for two drinks, which keeps the cocktail balanced and not harsh. Simple syrup is used sparingly, because ripe mango already carries plenty of sugar.
Ingredients for Mango Puree Mojito
- 4 tbsp mango puree (fresh or sweetened jarred)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 10 to 12 fresh mint leaves
- 4 oz light rum
- 2/3 oz simple syrup
- Soda water, to top
- Ice cubes, for serving
Mango puree: to make your own, blend the chunks of 1 ripe mango until smooth. Jarred puree is already sweet, so you may need less syrup.
Lime juice: fresh juice cuts the sweetness and keeps the cocktail bright.
Mint: use fresh, whole leaves. Dried mint will not give the right aroma.
Light rum: clean and mild, so the mango flavor stays clear. Gold rum makes the drink warmer and deeper.
Simple syrup: adjust to taste. Taste before adding the soda.
How to Make Mango Puree Mojito
1. Make the puree. If using fresh mango, blend the chunks of 1 ripe mango until completely smooth. Skip this if you use jarred puree.
2. Muddle the mint. In a sturdy glass or shaker, muddle the mint leaves and lime juice just until the mint is fragrant.
3. Add the mango. Stir in the mango puree, rum, and simple syrup.
4. Shake (optional). For a colder drink, add ice to the shaker and shake well for about 10 seconds until frosty.
5. Strain and pour. Strain into two tall glasses filled with ice, or simply stir and pour if you build in the glass.
6. Top. Finish with soda water and stir gently.
7. Garnish. Add a mint sprig and a slice of lime or mango.
How to Serve Mango Puree Mojito
Serve the drink in tall glasses with a straw and plenty of ice. This mango puree mojito is lovely with grilled fish tacos, coconut shrimp, or a cheese board with fresh fruit.
If you want more options, add the easy mango mojito for a lighter version, the creamy coconut mojito for a richer one, the strawberry pineapple mojito, or the blueberry mojito pitcher.
How to Store and Reheat Mango Puree Mojito
Store leftover mojito in the refrigerator without the soda water. Add fresh soda when you are ready to enjoy it again. Use the stored mixture within a day, since the mint darkens and loses flavor.
You can keep the mango puree itself in a covered jar in the refrigerator or freeze it in an ice cube tray. A mango puree mojito is a cold drink, so there is nothing to reheat.
Tips and Variations for Mango Puree Mojito
Use ripe mango. It should give slightly when pressed and smell sweet near the stem.
Muddle gently. Tearing the mint makes it bitter.
Try different rums. Coconut rum adds a tropical note, while spiced rum adds warmth.
Make it frozen. Blend the puree with ice, rum, lime, and mint for a slushy.
Add heat. A pinch of chili lime seasoning on the rim goes well with mango.
Batch for guests. Multiply by 3 or 4, mix in a pitcher without soda, and top each glass.
Keep it cold. General guidance from Purdue Extension recommends refrigerating prepared food promptly, which applies to your puree and any batched base.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mango Puree Mojito
Can I use frozen mango for a mango puree mojito?
Yes. Thaw it first and blend until smooth. Frozen mango is often very sweet, so cut back on the syrup.
Is store bought mango puree okay?
Yes, and it makes the drink even faster. Check the label and reduce the simple syrup if it is already sweetened.
How many drinks does this make?
Two. The 4 oz of rum splits into about 2 oz per glass.
Can I make it without alcohol?
Yes. Skip the rum and use extra soda water, with a squeeze more lime for balance.
Why is my mango puree mojito too thick?
Thick puree needs extra liquid. Add more soda water, or thin the puree with a spoonful of cold water before mixing.
Mango Puree Mojito
Equipment
- Blender
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 tbsp mango puree fresh or sweetened jarred
- 1 lime juiced
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves
- 4 oz light rum
- ⅔ oz simple syrup adjust to taste
- ¼ cup soda water to top
- 1 cup ice cubes for serving
Instructions
Cooking
- Make the puree. Blend the chunks of 1 ripe mango until completely smooth. Skip this step if using jarred puree.
- Muddle. In a shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the mint and lime juice until the mint smells fragrant.
- Mix. Stir in the mango puree, rum, and simple syrup. For a colder drink, add ice and shake for about 10 seconds until frosty.
- Pour. Strain into two tall glasses filled with ice.
- Top and garnish. Add soda water, stir gently, and garnish with mint and a slice of lime or mango.
