Drinks

Creamy Blackberry Mojito Recipe

Byreem everly February 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Introduction

This Creamy Blackberry Mojito is a delightful twist on the classic cocktail, combining fresh blackberries, mint, and creamy coconut for a refreshing and indulgent drink. Perfect for a warm day or any festive occasion, it’s quick to make and sure to impress.

A close-up of a glass filled with a frothy, bright pink drink with visible ice cubes inside. The drink is topped with two thin green lime slices and one shiny black blackberry placed near the center. The glass rim is coated with coarse sugar with small bits of green lime zest. The background is a white marbled texture scattered with a few blackberries, lime wedges, and a green mint leaf. A woman's hand is holding the glass from the bottom right corner, and a silver spoon is partially inside the drink on the right side. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 fresh mint leaves
5 blackberries
1 1/2 ounces white rum (or coconut rum)
1 lime (juiced)
2 ounces cream of coconut (¼ cup)
Ice
Soda water (for topping)
Mint sprigs (to garnish)
Lime wheels (to garnish)
Zest of 1 lime
2 tablespoons sugar
Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

Step 1: To make the sugar lime rim, combine the lime zest, sugar, and salt on a shallow plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into the sugar mixture. Fill the glass with ice.
Step 2: Lightly muddle the mint leaves and blackberries in a cocktail shaker to release their flavors.
Step 3: Add the rum, lime juice, cream of coconut, and ice to the shaker. Shake well until chilled and combined.
Step 4: Strain the mixture into the rimmed glass filled with ice.
Step 5: Top the cocktail with club soda for a refreshing finish.
Step 6: Garnish with a mint sprig, a blackberry, and a lime wheel before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use coconut rum for a more pronounced coconut flavor that pairs beautifully with the cream of coconut.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace rum with extra soda water or a splash of coconut water.
If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a bit more sugar to the lime rim or into the shaker before mixing.

Storage

This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh. If needed, prepare the muddled mint and blackberry mixture in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Mix with the rum and other ingredients just before serving. Leftover cocktail is not recommended for storage as the soda will lose its fizz and the cream of coconut may separate.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a frothy bright pink drink in a clear glass with a salted rim, showing large ice cubes floating inside. On top, there is one black blackberry and two thin green lime slices placed slightly tilted. A metal straw dips into the drink from the right side. The glass is held by a woman's hand against a white marbled background, with scattered lime wedges, blackberries, and a mint leaf partially visible around the glass. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen blackberries?

Yes, frozen blackberries can be used if fresh ones are not available. Thaw them slightly before muddling to release their juices effectively.

What is cream of coconut?

Cream of coconut is a sweet, thick coconut milk product often used in tropical cocktails. It adds a rich, creamy texture and coconut flavor that fresh coconut milk lacks.