National Rum Day: 7 Rum Recipes to Try

By: - August 15th, 2014
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Frozen Grapes Mojito

Ingredients:

1.5 oz white rum
4 pcs mint leaves
6 pcs fresh grapes
3/4 oz island oasis mojito mix

Method:

Blend all ingredients in a blender with ice. Pour in a high ball glass and garnish with three fresh grapes placed on a bamboo stick with a fresh lime wheel and mint sprig.


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