Cocktails
Caribbean
CaribbeanMojito
The Cuban rum, lime and mint highball shown three ways, from a quick everyday build to a chef-level version with aged rum, homemade mint syrup and a hand-cut ice spear. Each tier improves the rum and the freshness.
Vegan
Gluten-free
Nut-free
Contains alcohol
Better version
Golden rum, fresh lime juice and homemade sugar syrup for a smoother, balanced drink.
Per serving£3.50
Total cost£3.50
Time8 min
Ingredients for 1
- 50 ml golden rum
- 25 ml fresh lime juice
- 20 ml sugar syrup , 1:1
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 80 ml soda water , to top
- 1 lime wheel , to garnish
- crushed ice , to fill
Method
- Gently press the mint leaves in the base of a highball to release the aroma without shredding.
- Add the rum, lime juice and sugar syrup.
- Fill the glass with crushed ice and churn briefly with a bar spoon.
- Top with soda water and add more crushed ice to mound above the rim.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime wheel.
Equipment
- highball glass
- bar spoon
- jigger
The three ways, side by side
Budget
Standard white rum muddled with lime, sugar and mint, topped with soda.
Better
Golden rum, fresh lime juice and homemade sugar syrup for a smoother, balanced drink.
Ultimate
Aged Cuban rum, homemade mint syrup, fresh lime and a hand-cut ice spear with a champagne float.
