Green Tea Mojito Cocktail Recipe |
Green Tea Mojito (photo courtesy of Harvard Common Press)
Organic is everywhere these days, including the cocktail scene. Trendsetting bars and bartenders across the country are adding organic drinks to their menus.
This recipe is author Paul Abercrombie’s green twist on the Mojito, a classic Cuban cocktail well suited to warm weather sipping. It appears on page 117 of his new book, “Organic, Shaken and Stirred: Hip Highballs, Modern Martinis, and Other Totally Green Cocktails.” The book makes it possible to mix cutting edge creations at home with a collection of 100 eco-friendly, organic cocktails featuring cutting edge flavors and fresh ingredients. Along with all the recipes the author fully details everything you need to know to build a green bar.
The health benefits of green tea are well known. But what may not be as celebrated is how well it works with mint and rum to make a remarkably refreshing summer thirst quencher. If possible, use freshly picked mint leaves from your garden.
Ingredients for 1 Drink
• 1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed organic lime juice
• 4 Large organic mint leaves
• 2 Teaspoons organic sugar
• 3 Ounces brewed organic green tea, cooled to room temperature
• 1 Ounce organic white rum
Preparation
1. In a Collins glass, muddle the lime juice, mint, and sugar together until the mint is bruised.
2. Fill the glass three-quarters full with ice cubes, pour in the green tea and rum, and stir well.
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