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Mint is everywhere… what to do? Cocktails!
Mint is one of those herbs that when left unchecked can take over just about everything in its path. So, combine a voracious growing herb with near perfect growing conditions and you get one thing - a heckuva lot of mint.
If you’re in the same boat, you’re most likely searching for ideas and recipes to use your treasure trove of mint. Here’s a few ideas.
Of course, there’s the traditional Mint Julep - a springtime favorite and the official drink of the Kentucky Derby. Another popular drink that uses mint is the Mojito - a favorite of Ernest Hemingway. Nevertheless, I was looking for a little something off the beaten path - so what’s a lounge lizard to do but create a cocktail of their very own.
Presenting the…
Mintilicious
Ingredients:
- 10 or so mint leaves
- 3 teaspoons agave nectar - I used the light variety (be sure to add a little more if you like your drinks on the sweet side)
- 3 ounces of grapefruit juice
- 1.5 ounces of your Favorite vodka or for a twist , use a grapefruit infused Vodka
- Ice
Other items:
- Muddler
- Drink Shaker
- Martini or rocks glass
How to: Place the mint leaves in the bottom of a drink shaker; add the Agave nectar and muddle. Add ice to shaker. Then add grapefruit juice and vodka; cover and shake. Pour into a rocks glass over ice or fill a martini glass if you’re looking for something a little more dramatic. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
I like my drinks a little on the bitter side - so if you like yours sweeter, a little more agave nectar may be in order.
Do you have a favorite drink made with fresh mint? Share it here!
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