How To Make Mojito Cocktails, Exotico Style

The classic mojito is a Cuban delight is made with rum, sugar, mint and lime, poured over ice in a tall glass. The combination of fresh flavors and effervescence makes the mojito a summer favorite.

The classic mojito consists of five key ingredients:

1. White Rum
2. Cane Sugar Juice (Some people opt for simple syrup instead)
3. Lime Juice
4. Club Soda
5. Mint Spring

In the spirit of Exotico, we’re offering a twist on this iconic drink, especially during #ReposadoSeason.

For our Exojito, we simply swap rum for tequila and the lime for a lemon. Our aged, 100% Blue Agave Reposado Tequila adds a more complex flavor profile, making it even more appropriate for changing weather in the fall.

INGREDIENTS:

• Handful of fresh mint leaves
• 1 ½ Lemons cut into quarters
• 2 tsp Sugar (or: 2 oz simple syrup)
• 2 oz Exotico Reposado Tequila
• 2 Cups of crushed ice cubes
• A splash of club soda
• A few slices of lime or sprigs of mint for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Place crushed ice cubes, mint leaves, club soda, and sugar in a highball glass.
2. Muddle ingredients enough to dissolve sugar and release the mint oils.
3. Squeeze juice from the lemons into the glass, dropping ½ of a lemon into the glass.
4. Add Exotico© Reposado Tequila
5. Stir
6. Add a little more crushed ice
7. Top with a splash of club soda
8. Garnish with slices of lime or mint sprigs