I’m going to be real with you right now… Pursuing a new career path is not easy.
Ok I know that’s a really obvious statement right there. I knew it was going to be hard when I made the decision to move to a less conventional career, but I really thought I would be in a different place right now. I thought I would be set in a groove like I used to be when I worked the typical 9 to 5.
HA, joke’s on me!
Instead I am working odd hours and every single day present it’s own unique set of challenges. I’m so used to the 9 to 5 grind, my brain is fighting against the new day-to-day lifestyle. As a result, it’s complete and utter exhaustion every second.
There is one day that I always look forward to each week – the day I get to make a cocktail for the blog. I time it so I wrap up right at cocktail hour (because earlier would just get me into trouble…), giving me the wonderful excuse to enjoy a delicious cocktail while I finish up my day at my desk. #workperks
This pineapple mojito was exactly the bright note I needed to start the week off on a high note. I have never met a mojito I didn’t like and the pineapple mojito is quickly climbing the charts as my all-time fav. It’s bright and bubbly, with just a touch of sweetness. I am instantly transported to a white sand beach, looking out on the blue water and feeling completely refreshed.
Cheers to a productive end to the week!
Pineapple Mojito
ingredients
- 1/2 cup diced fresh pineapple
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 tsp raw sugar
- 8 to 10 mint leaves
- 2 oz white rum
- 4 oz soda water
- Ice
instructions
- Muddle the diced pineapple, pineapple juice, lime juice, sugar, and mint leaves together in the bottom of a glass. Add rum and fill the glass with ice. Top the drink off with soda and garnish with extra mint leaves and pineapple.
about meghan
Meghan Yager is the recipe developer, food photographer, and creative force behind Cake ‘n Knife, where everyday moments are celebrated with bold, flavor-forward recipes. From cozy cocktails to bold appetizers and indulgent desserts, her approachable style brings people together around food worth sharing. Meghan’s work has been featured by Good Housekeeping, Oprah Daily, Today, Woman’s Day, and The Huffington Post. She lives in Denver, where she brings big flavor and a little sass to every bite.
I totally feel you on getting into a new groove with work… or life, in general. I’ve been having issues finding my balance since I had my baby in March. I have hope that we’ll both figure ourselves out.
And I LOVE that you made this drink. While pineapples and me don’t really get along (even though I pretend we do — allergies that appear in your 20’s are the worst!), I could totally go for a sip or two of this. And then make my husband drink the rest. Because this sounds alllllll kinds of delicious.
Thank you for saying that! Sometimes I feel like I am completely alone in figuring all this out! It’s helpful to know I’m not just insane, lol. 🙂
This looks absolutely amazing, I found this post by accident, and am I now glad I did! Wow I cannot wait to try this after a long days work…just what is needed! 🙂
Thank you so much! 🙂 It’s the best reward, I promise!
This looks totally refreshing! 🙂