Rum Journal: A Frozen Mojito From Anguilla’s CuisinArt Resort

By: - August 10th, 2014

By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon

Hooray, it’s National Rum Month! And to celebrate, we’re sharing the recipes for some rummy Caribbean refreshers. First up, this minty mouthful from Anguilla’s CuisinArt Golf Resort & Spa (where the mint comes fresh from their hydroponic farm). Cheers!

CuisinArt’s Fresh Frozen Mojito
Ingredients
2 oz. white rum
1/2 oz fresh lime juice
1/2 oz simply syrup
fresh mint leaves
ice

Method

Blend all ingredients together, pour into a tall glass, and garnish with fresh mint

Cheers!

— CJ

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