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The Mojito Extra Cocktail (cocktail, highball, rum) - The Mojito Extra belongs to the Highball family, known for their tall, refreshing nature. It's a riff on the classic Cuban Mojito, featuring the same core ingredients - mint, lime, rum, and soda - but with the addition of Angostura Bitters for a complex, aromatic twist.

The Mojito Extra Cocktail

0.5 Handful Mint
1.0 oz Lemon Juice
1/8 L Jamaican Dark Rum
1/8 L Club Soda
8 Drops Angostura Bitters
Put mint with lemon juice in a glas, mash the mint with a spoon, ice, rum & fill up with club soda.
Top it with Angostura.
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The Mojito Extra Cocktail

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The Mojito Extra belongs to the Highball family, known for their tall, refreshing nature. It’s a riff on the classic Cuban Mojito, featuring the same core ingredients - mint, lime, rum, and soda - but with the addition of Angostura Bitters for a complex, aromatic twist.

What does the The Mojito Extra Cocktail taste like?

The Mojito Extra is a refreshing and invigorating cocktail. Its taste profile features a vibrant mint and citrus burst, balanced by the smooth sweetness of dark rum. The addition of Angostura bitters adds a subtle complexity with notes of spice and herbs, while the club soda provides a crisp and effervescent finish.

What tips do you have when making the The Mojito Extra Cocktail?

Muddle the mint gently, don’t pulverize it. Use fresh lime juice, not bottled. A good quality dark rum is essential. Add the club soda just before serving to keep the fizz. A dash of bitters balances the sweetness and adds complexity. Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime wheel.

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