Cocktails

Mojito Extra

Mojito Extra is an alcoholic cocktail built on Dark Rum. It leans spice and citrus. Served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 19.5% ABV and roughly 298 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic19.5% ABV5 ingredients

At a Glance

298 kcalCalories

19.5%ABV

0.8gSugar

2.1gCarbs

3.08Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easy

Why: 5 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

1/2 handfulMintGarnish
3 clLemon juiceJuice
1/8 L JamaicanDark rumBase Spirit
1/8 LClub sodaMixer
8 dropsAngostura bittersBitters

How to Make It

Put mint with lemon juice in a glas, mash the mint with a spoon, ice, rum & fill up with club soda.Fill
Top it with Angostura.Top

How to Serve

Glass: Collins Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

Bitter Caramel Molasses Vanilla Mineral

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Dry finish

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.
BBQ / CookoutSuggested from pairing with bbq and grilled meat.
Winter / CozySuggested from its spice notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

BBQ Steak Grilled Meat

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Mint1/2 handful

Fresh Mint LeavesGood swap

How much to use: Use a similar amount and gently clap or muddle depending on the recipe.
What changes: Fresh mint leaves are usually a close substitute for mint.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon Juice3 cl

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Dark Rum1/8 L Jamaican

Aged RumWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener.
What changes: Aged rum can replace dark rum when a somewhat drier, oak-led profile is acceptable.

Light RumWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same amount; expect less depth and dark sugar character.
What changes: Light rum can replace dark rum only when a lighter, cleaner result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Club Soda1/8 L

Soda WaterGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Soda water is usually a close substitute for club soda.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Angostura Bitters8 drops

Aromatic BittersWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste before adding more.
What changes: Another aromatic bitters can replace Angostura when some change in spice and fruit character is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Orange BittersNot a neutral swap

How much to use: Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste; the result will lose some baking-spice character.
What changes: Orange bitters can replace Angostura only when a brighter, more citrus-led result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Mojito Extra?: The Mojito Extra is a cocktail made with 5 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 19.5%. A standard serving contains approximately 298 calories.
What does a Mojito Extra taste like?: Mojito Extra has a flavour profile featuring Spice, Citrus, Bitter, Caramel. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Mojito Extra?: Mojito Extra pairs well with BBQ, Steak, Grilled Meat. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Mojito Extra?: The Mojito Extra has an ABV of approximately 19.5%. That's approximately 3.08 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 298 kcal, 0.8g sugar, 2.1g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Mojito Extra typically served?: Mojito Extra is often suggested for BBQ / Cookout, Summer, Winter / Cozy, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Mojito Extra?: If you enjoy Mojito Extra, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Mojito Extra at home?: Yes. The Mojito Extra uses 5 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Mojito Extra with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.