Kiwi Blueberry Mojito Twist (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 ripe kiwis, peeled and chopped
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
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120 millilitres fresh blueberries
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12 fresh mint leaves
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240 millilitres chilled sparkling water
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120 millilitres light rum, optional
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Ice cubes
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Decorating sugar, blue or green
# Instructions:
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Place chopped kiwis, sugar, and lime juice in a small food processor and blend until a coarse puree forms.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the kiwi puree with light rum if using. Adjust quantity of rum to taste.
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Gently crush the blueberries with a muddler to release juice without over-muddling.
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Rub a fresh lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip in colored decorating sugar.
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Divide the kiwi puree between two glasses. Add a layer of ice, a few mint leaves, and kiwi slices if desired. Add another layer of ice, scatter in the crushed blueberries, more mint leaves, and top with whole blueberries.
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Pour chilled sparkling water into each glass. Stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness or rum as desired. Garnish each serving with additional blueberries and a slice of kiwi.
# Notes:
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Chill glasses ahead of time to enhance presentation and maintain temperature.
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Muddle berries gently to avoid cloudiness and bitterness in the drink.
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Taste throughout assembly and adjust sugar and lime juice for optimal balance.
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For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and substitute with additional sparkling water or a splash of white grape juice.
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Experiment with blackberries or raspberries as alternatives to blueberries.
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Add pineapple juice for a tropical variation.