It is said that the original Mojito was a medicinal drink to curb disease on the island of Cuba. A moonshine rum-type alcohol was mixed with mint, lime, and sugar cane syrup to ward off illness. Here is a popular Mojito recipe that will help you celebrate National Rum Day. Depending on your mood, you could make this pineapple Mojito recipe with or without alcohol!
Ingredients:
3 pineapple chunks
1 TSP mint leaves
1 TBSP canna simple syrup
½ lime (juice reserved)
3 oz. club soda
1 oz. white rum (optional)
Directions:
Add the lime juice, pineapple, mint, and simple syrup to the cup. Mash with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to combine/release the flavors of the ingredients.
Add ice, then top with rum and club soda. Stir gently to combine the flavors! Enjoy!
Notes:
Canna sugar can be purchased from Lisa Land Sweets. Canna Sugar will be on sale for $20 (8oz. jar) from August 16 – 31, 2022, regular price $25.
See the blog posted about making canna simple syrup from August 8, 2022.
Use more or less canna sugar in this recipe to achieve your desired potency.
Always start with a small amount when testing the potency of your edibles.
