BING CHERRY MOJITOS

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A refreshing spin on the classic mojito, blinged out with bing cherries. Cherry, lime, and minty goodness ... aah.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lime (cut in half)
12 mint leaves
6 bing cherries (stems removed and pitted)
1/4 cup cherry simple syrup (recipe follows)
1 1/2 ounces white rum
Club soda
Cherry simple syrup
3/4 cup bing cherries (stems removed and pitted)
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Make the simple syrup. Heat water and sugar over medium-low heat until sugar dissolves. Let cool slightly, then add to a blender along with the 3/4 cup bing cherries. Puree, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a small container or pitcher. Set aside.
  • In a large, sturdy glass, muddle together the lime halves, mint, and cherries until the lime juice has been released and the mint and cherries are well-smashed.
  • Stir in the cherry simple syrup and white rum.
  • Fill glass with ice and top off with club soda. Add a wide straw, garnish with a mint sprig and a cherry, and serve.

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