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Mojito Classic

1 1/2 oz Cuban light rum
handful fresh mint sprigs
dash gomme syrup
1/2 lime
soda water

Muddle the mint, sugar and rum together in a tall glass, squeeze the lime into the mix and drop the lime hulls into the drink. They will release their essential oils into the drink, adding to the flavour and look of this Cuban classic. Fill the glass with ice, top with soda water (not 7-up!) and stir.

Submitted by Jacob Briars, Wellington New Zealand
This is a Cuban classic which has been perfected, if not invented by the legendary bartenders of el Floridita and la Bodeguita del Medio in Havana. It seems to date from the 1930s, or thereabouts, and it is one of the most refreshing drinks in the bartenders repertoire. Do not accept a drink made with lime cordial, or a sickly sweet number. This should taste light, healthy, and the flavours of the mint, lime and rum should shine through.