Cherry mojito with crushed ice

Ingredients:

• 450 g frozen pitted cherries
• 2 cups crushed ice, plus extra for serving
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (packed)
• 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 3 limes)
• 1 tbsp. citrus rum
• 1 and 2/3 cups lime syrup, see recipe below
• Lime wedges and fresh cherries, for garnish
• 2 tbsp. sugar
• 1 cup of water
• Zest of 3 limes

Preparation:

1. Place frozen cherries, crushed ice, mint leaves, lime juice, rum, and syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
   
   Pour the mixture into chilled glasses and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lime wedges and a cherry.
2. Lime syrup:
   
   In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, and lime zest. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 20 minutes. Strain before using.