The Pickleback Mojito takes the clean, minty refreshment of a Mojito and gives it a sharp savoury kick. White rum keeps the drink light and crisp, lime juice adds brightness, sugar syrup softens the edges, and fresh mint gives it that unmistakable Mojito lift. Then the pickle brine comes in with salt, tang and a little bit of mischief.
What makes this drink work is balance. The pickle brine sharpens the cocktail rather than overpowering it, giving the lime and mint a more savoury backbone. Soda water keeps everything long, light and refreshing, so the drink still feels easy to sip rather than heavy or strange.
It is ideal for drinkers who like picklebacks, savoury cocktails or Mojitos with a twist. Fresh, salty, herbal and unexpectedly refreshing, the Pickleback Mojito is unusual enough to make people curious and balanced enough to win them over.
Ingredients
50 ml White rum
20 ml lime juice
15 ml Pickle brine
10 ml Sugar syrup
8 mint leafs
Soda Water to top
1 mint sprig
1 lime wedge
Instructions
Gently muddle mint with lime juice and sugar syrup in a highball glass.
Add white rum, pickle brine and fresh ice.
Top with soda water and stir gently.
Garnish with mint and a small pickle garnish.
Recommended glassware
Highball Glass (recommended)
A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.
240–350 mlTall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.
Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.
Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.
Quick facts
5 mins Easy Approx. 9% ABV 1.6 units 170 kcal Cubed or crushed ice
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