The Mojito

This summer classic brings to mind hot Havana nights, and it’s just as cool on your back porch as it is overlooking the Florida Straits. This rum-based cocktail goes excellent with lighter foods- we’re thinking blackened Mahi with some grilled vegetables but is an excellent nighttime cocktail as well.

To make it, get your hands on:
1 oz lime juice
1oz sugar
2oz light rum
6-8 fresh mint leaves
Club Soda

The easy way to make this is to put everything but the club soda in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously, then strain over ice, topping the glass off with the club soda. A little stir with a bar spoon, and you’re set to enjoy.