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Mandarin Blossom Mojito

Prep time
5 minutes PT5M
Cook time
30 minutes PT30M
Yield
1 cocktail
Difficulty
1 out of 5 on the difficulty scale
Mandarin Blossom Mojito Nugget Market signature recipes
Mandarin Blossom Mojito

This citrusy twist on the standard mojito is a refreshing sip that's sure to please.

Ingredients

Mint Simple Syrup:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 30 mint leaves

Cocktail:

  • 5 mint leaves
  • ½ ounce mint simple syrup
  • ½ ounce sweet and sour
  • 1 ounce Hangar One Mandarin Blossom Vodka
  • ¾ limoncello
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Ice
  • Soda water, to top off
  • Orange slice, for garnish

Preparation

To make the mint simple syrup, combine water and sugar in a small sauce pot. Bring to a boil then remove from heat. Add mint leaves, cover, and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain syrup and refrigerate uncovered until ready to use.

For the cocktail, gently muddle fresh mint leaves with mint simple syrup and sweet and sour in a cocktail glass. Add vodka, limoncello, and lemon juice, add ice and top off with soda water. Garnish with an orange slice.