This sparkling, fruity mojito blends muddled strawberries with chilled rosé for a light, refreshing warm-weather cocktail.
I’m a big fan of a dry rosé, but I don’t always buy it because not everyone in my house shares my enthusiasm for pink wine. Once in a while—especially on Mother’s Day—I proudly pour rosé without apology. This strawberry rosé wine mojito is the kind of drink that makes celebrating feel effortless: bright, bubbly, and wonderfully easy to make.
The idea grew from a simple wine-based mojito I posted last year. Wine cocktails are popular because they’re approachable and often lower in alcohol than spirit-forward drinks, so you can enjoy more than one without feeling weighed down. For this version I swapped in rosé and added muddled strawberries to the bottom of each glass for flavor, color, and a hint of natural sweetness.
This cocktail shines at backyard barbecues, pool parties, brunches, and garden gatherings—any warm-weather moment when you want something pretty, crowd-pleasing, and simple. It’s naturally customizable: swap the strawberries for raspberries, watermelon, or other summer fruit. You can adjust sweetness with agave or simple syrup, and vary the fizz by adding more or less club soda.
- 2 lime wedges
- 1 large or 2 small strawberries, diced
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon agave
- 1/2 cup chilled rosé
- 1/4 cup chilled club soda
- Ice
- Place the lime wedges, diced strawberries, mint leaves, and agave in a sturdy glass. Gently muddle with the back of a spoon or a muddler—just enough to release the juices and aromas without shredding the mint.
- Pour in the chilled rosé and add the club soda. Stir lightly to combine so the strawberry and mint flavors are evenly distributed.
- Fill the glass with ice, give the drink one final gentle stir, and garnish with a sprig of mint or a halved strawberry if desired. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.
Tips and variations:
– For muddling, press gently so the mint releases oils without becoming bitter. Over-muddling green herbs can create an unpleasant, grassy flavor.
– If you prefer a sweeter drink, increase the agave to taste or swap in a mild simple syrup. For a drier sip, use a bone-dry rosé.
– To serve a pitcher for a gathering, multiply the ingredients by the number of guests and add sliced fruit and whole mint sprigs for visual appeal. Keep the soda in a separate bottle until just before serving to maintain fizz.
– Try other fruits: raspberries or diced watermelon make excellent alternatives. Frozen fruit can be used in place of fresh in a pinch, but fresh will give the best texture and brightness.
Glassware and presentation matter for a celebratory feel. A tall Collins glass or a stemmed wine glass works nicely. Garnish with a mint sprig, a thin lime wheel, or a strawberry on the rim for a polished look. Because this cocktail is made with wine, it tends to be lighter in alcohol than spirit-based mojitos, which makes it an easy choice for daytime events or long summer afternoons.
This strawberry rosé mojito is one of those drinks that feels a little festive without being fussy. It’s quick to make, easy to customize, and perfect for sharing when the weather warms up. Whether you’re toasting Mom on Mother’s Day or enjoying a relaxed weekend on the patio, this cocktail delivers fresh, fruity flavor with just the right amount of sparkle.