The Associated Press

While strawberries, honey and mint make a splendid combination in this seasonal take on the traditional mojito, any fresh berry or tender fruit would work, including blueberries, raspberries, even thinly sliced chunks of pineapple.

Strawberry-Honey Mojito

The Associated Press

Makes 1 serving

* 3 strawberries

* 5 fresh mint leaves

* 1 tbsp (15 mL) honey

* 1 lime

* Ice cubes

* 1 1/2 oz (45 mL) light rum

* 2 oz (60 mL) soda water

In a tall glass, combine strawberries, mint leaves and honey. Muddle them until the strawberries are well crushed and the mint leaves bruised.

Juice half of the lime into the glass. Cut remaining half of the lime into wedges. Fill a glass two-thirds full with ice, then add lime wedges. Pour in rum and soda water. Stir gently and serve.

Approximate nutrition per serving: 180 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates, 1 g fibre