Rita's Recipes are included each week in Ron Wilson's 'In the Garden' email newsletter.

Rita Heikenfeld, CCP:  Macy’s Regional Culinary Professional / Herbalist / Author / Local TV
and Radio Cooking Expert / Adjunct Professor U.C. Clermont College / Community Press Papers
 

RITA'S "I'LL HAVE IT BOTH WAYS" MOJITO
 

Mojitos, the national drink of Cuba, makes good use of mint, a wonderful digestive herb
and a super flavoring on its own. I've heard that the best mojito is made with a mint
called Richters mojito mint. I'm on the lookout for that now.   Usually spearmint is used
because it is sweeter than peppermint.
 

 

Non-alcoholic version:

1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed

1/4 to 1/3  cup sugar or equivalent Stevia

1/2 cup mint leaves, packed

12 ounces sparkling water, cold or soda water

Lime & mint for garnish

 

The real deal: Stir in a couple splashes of rum, or more if you like.

 

I like to add some ice to a glass, then the mint, then the juice and sugar or Stevia. Just lightly mash the mint and try not to tear the leaves.  Add sparkling water or soda, more ice, mint and lime for garnish and enjoy.

More recipes, etc. on Rita's web site: www.abouteating.com

 
 

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