SPARKLING LIMONCELLO MOJITO

A MODERN CLASH OF SUMMER CLASSICS. 

Limoncello is a versatile liqueur. Some love to just drink it straight. But it’s capable of so much more. So for those who may find the lemon flavor a bit overpowering by itself, or those who just want to change it up – The Sparkling Limoncello Mojito will do you a solid. It combines two summertime staples by using your homemade Limoncello to put a spin on the classic mojito.

 

Ingredients:

10-12 mint leaves
1 lime
2 oz. Limoncello
2 oz. white rum
4 oz. extra dry sparkling wine
1 lemon slice (for garnish)

Instructions:
  1. Place mint leaves in the bottom of a clean Collins glass.
  2. Squeeze the juice from ½ of a lime over the mint leaves and muddle.
  3. Fill glass with ice, add Limoncello, white rum and sparkling wine.
  4. Stir gently.
  5. Garnish with a lemon slice and mint leaf.
  6. Enjoy.

Please Enjoy Responsibly.

Tips:

This recipe is a bit sweeter than your standard mojito. If you’re looking to tone down the sweetness or alcohol content, you can substitute club soda for sparkling wine.

Prep: 5 mins
Yield: 1 serving