Midnight Mojito

About This Cocktail

Our take on the classic mojito gets a nocturnal twist with the addition of juicy blackberries and our robust Spiced Rum. This elegant cocktail is perfect for evening gatherings, offering a sophisticated blend of flavors that's both refreshing and complex.

Ingredients

• 2 oz The Big Cane Spiced Rum
• 8-10 fresh blackberries
• 8-10 mint leaves
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1/2 oz simple syrup
• Soda water
• Crushed ice
• Blackberries and mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blackberries, mint leaves, and simple syrup.
2. Add The Big Cane Spiced Rum, lime juice, and a handful of ice.
3. Shake well until chilled and properly combined.
4. Fill a highball glass with crushed ice.
5. Strain the mixture into the glass, leaving some room at the top.
6. Top with soda water and gently stir.
7. Garnish with fresh blackberries and a mint sprig.

Bartender Notes

The key to this cocktail is fresh blackberries – frozen won't give you the same vibrant color and flavor. For a more intense blackberry flavor, let the muddled berries sit with the rum for about 5 minutes before shaking. When muddling the mint, be gentle to release the oils without shredding the leaves, which can result in bitter flavors.