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HI!! I am honestly SO excited for today! I mean, obviously because it’s Friday, but more importantly because of these kombucha mojitos!
Some of you may not even know what a kombucha is, BUT I’m here to tell you all about them, and I am so pumped! I’ve been slightly obsessed with kombuchas ever since Christmas when Caitlin, my brother Malachi’s girlfriend, introduced me to them. I will not lie, when she told me what a kombucha was, I wasn’t all that into trying it, but then I took and a sip and was instantly hooked. Kombuchas have major carbonation, and I LOVE that. They also have so many really awesome flavors (pink lady apple, pomegranate, hibiscus, cherry, lime…the list goes on and on).
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So what really is kombucha? It’s a fermented, lightly sweetened black or green tea that packs a healthy punch! It’s supposed to help make our tummies feel all good + it’s loaded with probiotic’s, but really I just love the way it tastes!
OKok and I have to say, my stomach always feels pretty good after drinking a kombucha.
Kombuchas have been around for over 2000 years. They originate from the Chinese, who call the drink, the “immortal health elixir” for all of its professed health benefits. Kombucha is purported to have a wide range of acclaimed benefits: supporting the immune system, maintaining cellular health, lowering cholesterol, reducing arthritis pain, assisting in weight loss… kombuchas are even believed to aid in curing cancer and diabetes.
Anyway, the time has finally come to share this cocktail with you guys. No joke, I’ve been planning to make this mojito since Christmas, but I wanted to wait until closer to summer time to tell you all about it. This just feels so summery, you know?
SIDE NOTE: I don’t buy kombucha on a regular basis, it’s pretty expensive. BUT the only thing I wanted when I was in LA earlier this week was a really good kombucha. Seeing as I was in LA, the land of all things trendy, you’d think I would have no problem finding one, but I must have hit up all the wrong places because I came home without a drop. Major sad face. 🙁
Alright, so a few things about this recipe.
You can make it a couple different ways.
The first is the simplest. A classic mojito topped with kombucha. You can use any flavor kombucha you prefer, but I went with original for this recipe. That said, I know for sure that I would love the pomegranate and pink lady apple flavors as well. So use whichever flavor you are feeling.
The second is a hibiscus mojito. UM, YUM! I love, love, love hibiscus anything, so clearly I love this version. All you have to do to make the hibiscus mojito is to make a quick hibiscus simple syrup. The simple syrup replaces the sugar in the recipe, but everything else stays the same.
Either way you go, this is going to be one KILLER drink. Like if you thought you loved mojitos before, think again, they just become SO much better… and these have added health benefits as well.
SCORE.
Also, if you wanted to omit the rum from the recipe to make a mocktail, the recipe will still work great. Trust me, I often make them this way because they are just THAT good, plus sometimes I need a little mid day pick me up!!
Since it’s Friday though, I felt this would be a fun recipe to share. Plus, with Memorial Day being just one week from this Monday (wow), I figured now is the time to start breaking out the summer drink recipes! 🙂
Anything you guys want to see this summer drink wise? Let me know!
For now, we should probably all end work a little on the early side and go make mojitos!
Kombucha Mojitos.
Ingredients
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 8-12 leaves fresh mint
- 1-3 tablespoons simple syrup or organic cane sugar
- 2 ounces rum
- 1 kombucha, for topping
- crushed iced
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup dried hibiscus flower
Instructions
- To the bottom of your glass, add 4 lime wedges, the mint and the simple syrup (see below) (or sugar), using a muddler or even the end of a rolling pin or other kitchen tool. Muddle the lime, mint + syrup together (squish everything together) to release the juices.
- Fill about half the glass with ice and then add the rum, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Top the glass with a little more ice and then pour Kombucha over and gently stir to combine. Garnish with fresh mint and DRINK! 🙂
Hibiscus Simple Syrup
- In a small sauce pan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and simmer until the sugar dissolves, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the hibiscus. Allow the mixture to steep for 5-10 minutes and then strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer. Cool and use as desired. Syrup with keep for at least 1 week in the fridge.
Nutrition
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Okok, you don’t have to tell me twice! ??
The whole family is hooked on Kombachu! We keep a 5gallon glass container going @ all times. The best thing about brewing your own is that you can get so creative with the flavors. Apple, ginger, lime, cinnamon is going right now, delicious. Can’t wait to try the above mojitos
Thats awesome!! I’m so jealous! I’m nervous to try and make my own! Sounds awesome to brew up your own flavors!!
Sarah, you make Kombucha ?
Can you share your basic recipe?
thank you so much
What an interesting drink! Fun idea!
Kari
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Thanks Kari! Hope you love it!
Where do I buy Kombucha? In Oregon ??
I would try A Whole Foods or most big grocery stores have some in the refrigerated sections! Let me know if you can’t find any!! Thanks
Mojito’s are my favorite drink, but this is a game changer! LOVE
YAY! Thanks Kathy!
Love this!! I have been drinking Kombucha for a while now and I absolutely love it. If you can get a hold of Townshend’s Kombucha it is so good. The Clear Mind flavor is my favorite. 🙂 I will have to try it with this recipe!!
Okay! I will look for it next time i’m at the store! Hope you love this! Thank you!
These look gorgeous Tieghan. I’m a huge lover of Kombucha. And this will be a fab recipe for summer parties!
Thank you!! I hope you love them Debs!
Now, where do I find kombuch in Portugal??
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I’m sorry but I don’t know where to look. If you can’t seemed to find it anywhere you could look up how to’s on google and make your own! I’ve been told its pretty easy actually and you’ll have an endless surprise!
Now this is just perfect for this weekend! We love Kombucha, gotta try this mojito!
Yay, let me know what you think Sandy!
I’ve seen it all over the internet but can’t get myself to try it! I’m scared I’ll hate it and as you said it is pretty expensive.
It is kind of pricey but its so good, you’ll love it!
I’ve never tried or even heard of Kombucha Tieghan. But I’m totally game because these sound delicious! The colors! Just gorgeous!
Thank you!! I know you’ll love it!!
I’ve never heard of kombucha before but love the sound of it! I love hibiscus in mojitos so can’t wait to give this a try!
I’m pretty sure you’ll love it! It’s delicious and healthy! Let me know what you think thanks Vicky!
Making your own kombucha is the simplest most affordable way to enjoy an endless (literally self-replicating) supply of kombucha! If you’d like to learn more, start by looking up what a SCOBY is! It’s what turns the extra sweet tea into that delicious fermented drink! I’ve got extra to share if you’d like to get a starter or a “mother” SCOBY! 🙂 email brit.simoneaux@gmail.com
Hey Britany!! THANK YOU! That is so cool! I will look that up now…love me some kombucha! ?
OK, going on a quest for Kombucha this weekend… these mojitos look absolutely amazing!!
Yes yes! You have to try it!
This looks amazing Tieghan – I love mojitos and hibiscus too.
I’ve heard of kombucha, but I didn’t know what it was – I always assumed it was some kind of squash 🙂 I couldn’t be more wrong!
Well done on this delicious drinks.
Ah! You have to try it!! You’ll love it!!
This one was definitely worth saving since Christmas Tieghan! I’m totally loving all the gorgeous colors and these sound so refreshing! Kombucha just got bumped to the top of my ingredient search list!
I’ve been on A Kombucha kick lately! I love it! Let me know what you think! Thanks Tori(: