North America: Mojito

The origin of the mojito is credited to Havana, Cuba. This refreshing cocktail is hugely popular and known worldwide due to its delicious and refreshing taste. Despite the drinks huge popularity, it can be a difficult drink to make correctly (and thus to its best).

A picture of a mojito.

Ingredients Juice of 1 lime 1 tsp granulated sugar Small handful of mint leaves, plus extra for garnish 60ml white rum Soda water, to taste Ice

Method In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves. Add the sugar and muddle again. Add your rum and some ice and shake the shaker for around 10 seconds. Add the lime juice and soda water and stir. Pour into your glass and enjoy!

Serves: 1 Preparation time: 5 minutes