The Mojito’s birthplace is believed to be La Bodeguita del Medio in Havana; however, nobody knows for sure.
It was one of Hemingway’s favourite drinks and one of the most popular drinks worldwide.
Mojito (1920-1930)
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz white rum
- ¾ oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 1 mint sprig
- 8-10 mint leaves
- Soda water
Instructions
- In a tall mixing glass, muddle the mint leaves, simple syrup, and the lime juice on the bottom of the Collins glass.
- Add rum and fill with crushed ice. Stir it and a top splash of soda water.
- Garnish with one mint sprig.
Notes
Put the mint between the palms of your hands and slap it to break the veins and release the flavour.
Some people prefer to prepare the drink in a mixing glass, shake it and strain it over crushed ice.
Many hotels in Havana also add some Angostura bitters to the drink to cut the sweetness.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 198Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 67mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 8gSugar: 11gProtein: 4g
