The Mojito
While the origins of the Mojito are shrouded in mystery, it came of age in 1930s Cuba. Hemingway loved it, as did Brigitte Bardot – so it gets our full approval!
Serve in a collins glass
How to Make a MOJITO
Lost of fresh mint for maximum zing
Equipment you'll need
Bar Spoon
The Bar spoon's long stem lets you get to the base of the glass for a thorough mix
Ice Tongs (optional)
Be hygienic!
Measuring Jigger
Ideally, a jigger should have a 25ml and 50ml measuring cup
Pour Spouts (optional)
Place in the top of your spirit bottles to ensure an even and clean pour
ingredients
- 50ml Rum
- 13mm Gomme
- 15ml Lime Juice
- 4 Mint Sprigs
- Crushed Ice
- Lemon/Lime slice
Method
Fill your collins glass two thirds of the way with crushed ice. Add the mint, rum, lime juice and gomme. Churn with the spoon. Add more ice to the brim.
Serve
Serve in the glass, garnished with mint sprigs and a slice of lemon or lime
Glassware
Serve in a collins glass
