Mojito
5 cl Guerilla Blanco
2,5 cl lime juice
2 tsp white cane sugar
10–15 mint leaves (spearmint)
Soda water
Ice
Gently clap the mint between your hands.
Add the lime juice, sugar and mint into the glass, then gently press down with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon.
Now fill the glass with ice, top up with soda water and stir carefully to bring everything together.
The secret to a great Mojito
The Mojito is one of the most iconic cocktails made with white rum. A refreshing highball with Cuban roots. The Mojito preparation may be quick, but choosing the right ingredients makes all the difference.
Instead of brown cane sugar, the original Mojito recipe calls for fine white cane sugar, which dissolves easily in the drink. Alternatively, cane syrup works just as well.
Another key to the perfect mint cocktail is, of course, the right kind of mint. It shouldn’t be too sharp, which is why peppermint isn’t ideal for making a Mojito. For a more balanced mint flavor, go with spearmint or the so-called Mojito Mint.
As described in the recipe, lightly bruising the mint with a clap releases its aroma. Once it’s in the glass, press it gently, don‘t crush it completely or it will turn bitter.
The right rum for your Mojito
A proper Mojito needs a white rum that’s light and balanced. It should have enough character to give the drink depth, yet remain smooth enough for the lime and mint to shine.
That’s exactly what Guerilla Blanco brings to the mix: a fruity freshness and subtle character that blend seamlessly into the drink.
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