Besides being a cocktail, a Mojito is a favorite of many, as it truly reflects the summer season with every sip. Because of its clear, citrus taste and refreshing mint, the Cuban-inspired cocktail is famous in the UK and many other countries.
Having a garden party, organizing a BBQ or just needing to relax after work? The Mojito is the ideal drink to add to your collection. This guide explains how to make a real Mojito using items that most people in the UK can get in their supermarkets.
The popularity of Mojitos in the UK.
According to its popularity, you can find Mojitos in every type of bar across the UK. The reason they are healthier and more refreshing is that they don’t contain much alcohol, stay refreshing with little sugar and stay cool in your drink.
The Garden Mojito, a fantastic drink made using simple ingredients.
Since I organize many weekend garden parties in Surrey, I have noticed that Mojitos are the top choice for guests and are easy to assemble. It’s always a joy to enjoy real Mojitos made with your own hands, as they cost much less than drinks at a bar.
The recipe is for a single person (Serves 1)
| Food | Amount | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| The best is spearmint fresh leaves | while dried mint should be avoided | |
| You can use Havana Club or Bacardi brands | 50ml | of white rum. |
| Cut a lime into 4 pieces | and both the juice and wedges will be used | |
| Granulated sugar | 2 teaspoons | and you could also use 15ml of simple syrup. |
| Replace (100–150ml) of the water | with soda water. | |
| Ice cubes/crushed | As needed | It chills faster when the ice is crushed |
Equipment Needed
- Highball glass or tall tumbler are used.
- A muddler or the back of any spoon
- Long cocktail-shaped utensil
- A jigger (for measuring properly)
Method Mojito Recipe:
1-Mix the lime with the sugar
Sugar and a wedge of lime go to the bottom of the tall glass. Crush the limes gently by using either a muddler or the back part of a spoon. Adding too much of the lime peel can result in a bitter cocktail.
2-Add some Mint to the drink
Rub the mint leaves with your hands (to release smell) and put them inside your glass. Blend the fruit with the lime and sugar by stirring gently.
3-Then, combine the Rum and Ice
After that, add 50ml of white rum. Put in lots of crushed ice to leave three quarters of space in the glass.
4-Finish the drink by adding some Soda Water
- When done, put in some chilled soda water (100 to 150ml) and serve. Quickly stir the mixture together.
- Place the sauce on the plate and garnish with the corn.
- Complete the drink by adding a sprig of mint and putting lime on the side. Enjoy right away using a straw or a cocktail stirrer.
Information per Serving (Approximately)
| Nutrient/Info | Amount/Range |
|---|---|
| Calories | 150 – 170 per serving |
| Sugar | 8g (can be reduced with alternatives) |
| Alcohol By Volume (ABV) | 13% – 14% |
| Fat/Protein | 0g |
| Sweetener Alternatives | Stevia or monk fruit sweetener instead of granulated sugar |
Expert Tips
- Include Crushed Ice: The ice melts faster and makes the drink less strong at the same time.
- Use a Cold Glass: Your Mojito will taste better if your glass is nice and cool.
- Gently crush your mint so that you don’t experience the bitterness of its chlorophyll.
- Always use fresh lime juice rather than juice from a bottle.
Mojitos can be made with different twists (Optional Variations)
- Strawberry Mojito: Chop 3 strawberries and add them to the process of muddling the mint.
- Elderflower Mojito: Some elderflower cordial is a good swap for sugar in this drink.
- Squeeze more lime juice and use more soda in the recipe for a delicious Virgin Mojito.
- Indulge in the flavors of spiced or dark rum while making the Dark Mojito.
Final Thoughts
Audience can enjoy the great taste of the Mojito with little difficulty. Since it comprises citrus, sweetness, mint and rum, this drink is sure to win over any UK cocktail fan.
The most enjoyable part about it is that… Having a bar cart or special training isn’t required when making drinks. Just place fresh fruit on your table, add a little attention and want to appreciate the food with others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.My mint tastes bitter after I mix the drink. What am I doing wrong?
A.It is the most common of the problems, and it is a result of muddling the mint leaves too much. All you do is press down and give it a little twist a couple of times so that you get out the nice oils; you do not shred the leaves to little pieces. Being too aggressive means that you will bleed out chlorophyll and this is what makes the drink bitter with the grassy taste. Handle your mint very carefully!
Q.What’s the best type of rum to use for a mojito?
A.The classic is a good quality light or white rum and actually allows the fresh mint and lime flaviors to be experienced. The aged rum does not necessarily have to be of premium quality, because its complex flavors were going to be overridden with other components. Such brands as Bacard Superior or Havana Club 3 Ainos will be a good and conventional choice with an indisputably pure and clean flavor.
Q. I don’t have a muddler. What else can I use?
A.Not at all! A wooden spoon, little pestle or even a roll of the cooks wood handle will do very well. The point is simply to saltily mash the mint and lime to bring out the flavour, and any blunt shifting thing your fingers can find is good when an emergency demands.
Q.Can I make a big batch of mojitos for a party?
A.Definitely, becoming a pitcher serves the crowd in a great way without being behind the bar. Just increase your ingredient proportions to the number of servings that you want and combine everything but the club soda in a big pitcher. You can serve it just by adding mojito base to your glasses filled with ice and pouring over each glass a little club soda to make it fizzy.
Q.I only have granulated sugar. Can I use that instead of simple syrup or superfine sugar?
A.You can but it’s a bit more finnicky, at risk grainy texture in your drink. You can then solve the problem to flavor your drinks by making a simple syrup in the same way as–by mixing equal parts of granulated sugar and hot water until the granules have dissolved and then have letting cool to room temperature. Or, you can simply muddle the granulated sugar with lime juice first to be able to heat up the sugar before adding mint.
Q.What’s the difference between club soda, seltzer, and tonic water? Which one should I use?
A.To make a classic mojito, it is better to apply either a club soda or seltzer. These are both simply carbonated water, but club soda has had minerals added to it so it is a bit saltier, and this goes well with the mojito. Tonic water should be avoided because of the quinine and sugar contents, which will leave your mojito tasting sugary and partially bitter in a taste that you didn not anticipate.
