Kiwi Blueberry Mojito Cocktail (Print Version)

Lively kiwi and blueberry mojito with lime, mint, and rum over ice. Refreshingly sweet, perfect for warm days.

# Ingredients:

→ Fruit Components

01 - 6 kiwis, peeled and cut into halves or quarters
02 - 4 kiwis, peeled and sliced for garnish
03 - 170 grams blueberries, crushed
04 - 170 grams blueberries, whole for garnish

→ Liquid and Sweetening Agents

05 - 60 millilitres fresh lime juice (from 1 to 2 limes)
06 - 100 grams granulated sugar, or to taste
07 - 35 grams fresh mint leaves
08 - 360–480 millilitres sparkling water
09 - 250–375 millilitres white rum, according to preference

→ Finishing Touches

10 - Ice cubes, as needed
11 - Blue and/or green decorating sugar for glass rims

# Instructions:

01 - Combine halved or quartered kiwis, sugar, and lime juice in a small food processor. Pulse until a coarse puree forms.
02 - Transfer the kiwi puree into a large bowl or pitcher and incorporate the rum, beginning with 250 millilitres and increasing to taste.
03 - Use a muddler to gently crush 170 grams of blueberries and set aside.
04 - Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Dip the moistened rims into blue or green sugar to coat.
05 - Layer the kiwi puree in a pitcher, add ice, a generous handful of mint leaves, and kiwi slices. Add extra ice, distribute the crushed blueberries, additional mint, and whole blueberries. Top gently with sparkling water and stir briefly. Adjust rum, sugar, or water to taste.
06 - In individual glasses, add a few whole blueberries. Layer with ice, mint leaves, and a slice of kiwi. Pour in kiwi-rum mixture and sparkling water, finishing with crushed blueberries and a garnish of more whole blueberries and mint.

# Notes:

01 - For optimal freshness, assemble the drinks just before serving to preserve carbonation and vibrant colours.