Raspberry Mint Mojito Rebel Float (Print Version)
Tangy raspberries, fresh mint, and lime meet creamy vanilla ice cream in this fizzy summer float.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit & Herbs
01 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
02 - 8 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
03 - 1/2 lime, cut into wedges
→ Sweetener
04 - 2 tbsp simple syrup (or to taste)
→ Beverage Base
05 - 1 cup lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite) or club soda
06 - 1/2 cup sparkling water
07 - 1 tbsp white rum (optional, omit for non-alcoholic)
→ Ice Cream
08 - 2 large scoops vanilla ice cream
# Directions:
01 - In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, muddle together the raspberries, mint leaves, lime wedges, and simple syrup until the berries are crushed and the mint aroma is released.
02 - Add the white rum (if using), lemon-lime soda, and sparkling water; stir well to combine.
03 - Fill two tall glasses with a scoop of vanilla ice cream each.
04 - Strain the raspberry-mint mixture evenly over the ice cream in both glasses.
05 - Gently stir to marble the flavors. Garnish with extra mint leaves and fresh raspberries. Serve immediately with straws and spoons.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The way creamy vanilla ice cream meets tart raspberry creates this dreamy marble effect that looks fancy but takes zero effort
- Perfect for those afternoons when you cannot decide between a cocktail or dessert
02 -
- Muddling too hard will shred the mint leaves into bitter little green flecks that nobody wants in their drink
- The ice cream creates foam as the soda hits it, so pour slowly and leave room at the top of your glass
03 -
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for 15 minutes beforehand to keep everything colder longer
- Use slightly overripe raspberries for maximum natural sweetness