Recipes Nugget Markets Signature Recipes
Ginger beer, strawberries, and a hint of mint make this fresh take on the mojito perfect for enjoying on a sunny day.
Ingredients
- ½ ounce mint simple syrup
- 3 strawberries
- 1½ ounces Zaya Rum
- 3 ounces ginger beer
- Fresh mint, for garnish
Preparation
Add mint simple syrup and strawberries to a glass. Muddle strawberries, then add rum and ginger beer. Top off with ice, garnish with mint, and serve.
To make mint simple syrup, combine 1 cup hot water and 1 cup sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Heat until sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently. Remove saucepan from heat, add 30–40 mint leaves, and cover for 30 minutes. Pour syrup through a strainer into a bowl, removing mint leaves. Refrigerate until well chilled.