On a warm summer evening, my go-to drinks are Southern Comfort with lemonade or a refreshing fruity cider. As the UK experiences a prolonged period of high temperatures, people are taking advantage of the weather by spending more time outdoors socializing with loved ones.
This increase in outdoor socializing often includes enjoying a drink or two under the sun. Despite Brits typically resisting change, the exploration of different alcoholic beverages remains a popular pastime. Havana Club, a renowned Cuban rum brand known for its extensive aging process in quality wooden barrels, has introduced a new cocktail featuring one of its top-selling products.
Havana Club Añejo Especial, a premium golden Cuban rum with a distinctive double-aging method in white oak barrels, boasts rich flavors of vanilla, cinnamon, and toasted oak. This sets the stage for Havana Club’s summer sipper – the golden mojito.
The key to the Golden Mojito’s allure lies in a simple switch from white rum to dark rum. This transformation elevates the drink, making it rounder, sweeter, and more harmonious. The combination of vanilla and caramel tones softens the sharpness of lime, creating a smoother, more golden cocktail that is perfect for unwinding after a long day at work or managing kids during the summer break.
The Golden Mojito is particularly delightful during the golden hour, basking in the sun’s warm glow while enjoying the company of friends and family. This cocktail is easy to make without the need for a shaker; a long spoon, your preferred Havana Club rum, and a few additional ingredients are all you need.
To craft this refreshing drink, combine 40ml of Havana Club Añejo Especial rum, 20ml of fresh lime juice, two tablespoons of white sugar, and eight fresh mint leaves in a glass. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mint releases its aromatic essence. Fill the glass with ice cubes, top it off with 80ml of soda water, and give it a final mix. Garnish with a mint sprig, and enjoy the drink solo or in the company of loved ones.