Recipe

How to Make a Cuban Mojito, According to the Locals

By Alex Frank at Denison University

Thanks to the former President Barack Obama, embargo laws against the country of Cuba have been loosened. This includes the legality of cuban rum, cigars, and other goods for non-comercial use in the USA (aka, if you bring it back in your suitcase, and use it for personal use, you are good to go). Like many Americans, I was intrigued by Cuban culture and lifestyle. So, I made the quick trip from Florida to Cuba to explore the beautiful country and put my 6+ years of Spanish to good use. Oh, and learned to make a mighty mojito, from locals, along the way...

Cuban Mojito

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 shot Honey
  • 1 shot Lime Juice
  • Splash Sparkling Water
  • 5 Seconds Gold Rum
  • 1 Mint Sprig
  • Ice

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Step 1

Pour 1 shot of Honey into a glass

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Step 2

Pour 1 shot of lime juice into a glass. Mix well and follow with a splash of soda water.

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Step 3

Pour gold rum (Havana Club if you're lucky enough) for 5 seconds into a glass. Cuban tip: if you're opening a brand new bottle, be sure to pour out a swig for "good karma".

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Step 4

Add 1 mint sprig and crush the stem. Cuban tip: It is very important you crush ONLY the stem and not the leaves, as this is where the flavor is.

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Step 5

Add Ice to the rim

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Step 6

Finish off with more soda water

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