Ingredients

3/4 ounce lemon juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 lime wedges
10 mint sprigs
1 1/2 ounces metaxa brandy
club soda
Take your taste-buds on a trip to Athens with our refreshing take on the classic Mojito, swapping out the traditional rum of a Mojito with Metaxa brandy for a unique and delicious twist. This drink serves as the perfect metaphor: The sugar is the history, the mint is the culture, the lime is the city, and Metaxa is the sea. A Greek Mojito is a very refreshing and scrumptious drink that everyone will enjoy.

Instructions

1.In a shaker, add lemon juice, brown sugar, lime wedges, and mint sprigs.
2.Use a muddler to crush all of the ingredients together in the bottom of the shaker, releasing the oils in the mint and lime.
3.Add the Metaxa brandy and fill the shaker with ice.
4.Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
5.Strain over ice in a glass.
6.Top with club soda and garnish with extra mint sprigs and a lime wedge.

PROS

The Greek Mojito is a perfect summer cocktail for all occasions, it’s sweet, sour and minty which makes it a unique and refreshing taste.

This recipe is easy to make and perfect for anyone who loves a classic Mojito with a twist.

CONS

Metaxa brandy contains alcohol, which is not ideal for those avoiding alcoholic drinks.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mint has been known to soothe stomachs and aid with digestion.
The vitamin C in lime is a great immune booster.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.