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Mojito, the history and features of a popular summer cocktail.

The world of drinks has its own hierarchical ladder. There are celebrities who, having risen to the highest steps of popularity, remain there forever. Appearing in one place, over time, they conquer the whole world. Among them, with full confidence, can be attributed the stunning, delicious, unique Mojito cocktail.

His predecessor

There are several versions that very plausibly set out the story of his birth. One of them claims that the cocktail owes its appearance to the Englishman Francis Drake. He lived in the 16th century, was a naval officer, explorer, captain of a ship that circumnavigated the world. Moreover, this is the second ship in history to return home from such a grandiose journey.

For courage, services to England, Drake was awarded a knighthood. But the topic of his privateering is being vigorously discussed. During such “interesting” campaigns, the armed ships of the British captured and robbed merchant ships of Spain. For such activities, the Spaniards branded him a pirate. It is to this man that the creation of the Drac cocktail, the forerunner of the mojito, is attributed. He was a saving potion for sailors during a long voyage. Its main ingredients are rum, mint, and lime.

Bartending guide and more

Nevertheless, the first recipe for the classic Mojito, according to researchers, was recorded only in 1931. And not in England, but in Cuba, more precisely, in the bartender’s guide of the Havana institution Sloppy Joe’s Bar. Until now, the cocktail on Liberty Island is at the peak of popularity and is considered its original hallmark.

At the present time, the drink is included in the famous list of the IBA – the International Bartenders Association, which indicates its recognition throughout the world. The recipe used here is considered the standard.

“Mojito” was also designated in the list of top drinks of the famous agent “007”. The cocktails that James Bond used have become a kind of classic. Admirers of this legendary character consider each of them a true example of taste for real men.

All the best

It takes very little to make an excellent long drink. But one of the ingredients must be of the highest quality. It’s about rum. Such a product can be found in the catalog of our company.

“Brandbar” offers customers only the best alcoholic and non-alcoholic products. Having them in your collection, you can prepare many interesting, delicious drinks. And, of course, the famous Mojito.

This will require: white rum (50 ml), lime juice (usually half a fruit is enough), sugar (preferably cane 2-3 tsp), a few mint leaves, ice (necessarily chopped full glass), sparkling water ( 200 ml).

Unique features

One of the highlights of the iconic product is the opportunity to experiment with its recipe. Taste qualities and refreshing effect, especially desired on hot summer days, remain consistently excellent.

The drink is universal in the sense that it is perfectly perceived in a non-alcoholic form. This is where our products come in handy. The use of syrups from the unique Brandbar collection will only add exquisite piquancy.

Before conducting experiments, you should open the catalog and select the desired product. The excellent quality of absolutely every product, in any case, guarantees an exceptional result at the output.

What and how

So, on the threshold of summer, it’s time to arm yourself with soft drinks. “Mojito” among them will take its rightful place. The classic version of the cocktail contains mint without fail. It can be easily replaced with a fragrant, rich syrup made from natural ingredients.

Those who prefer soft drinks simply remove rum from the recipe. The combination of mint + lime + orange is absolutely incomparable. An excellent addition to the main composition are raspberries, strawberries, bananas. Whatever you choose, Brandbar’s exceptional products are always at your service.