As summer has finally found its way to the UK and millions of families will be “enjoying” burnt or undercooked barbeque food they will be looking for something to drink with it. Three years ago I wrote about the perfect summer drink, the Mojito’s as featured in the movie Miami Vice. I thought I would share it again for anyone who missed it first time around. I also take every available opportunity to reming people about the underrated Miami Vice:
Ever since Sonny Crockett (Colin Farrell) declared to be a “fiend for Mojito’s” in Miami Vice (2006) they are everywhere. Bacardi have milked it for all it’s worth tailoring their television advertising towards the drink as well as selling them at sporting events and music festivals. You can even buy ready mixed bottles of Mojito, not that I have tried them; the key to a great Mojito is fresh ingredients. The Mojito is Cuban drink mixed and served in a highball glass. It has just five ingredients:
- White rum
- Sugar Syrup* (traditionally “Guarapo” sugar cane juice)
- Lime
- Fresh Mint (traditionally spearmint)
- Soda Water
To prepare:
Notes: Some people also add Angostura bitters, don’t bother doing this. Castor or icing can be used instead of sugar syrup but syrup is best. Traditionally you should use spearmint but any fresh mint will taste good.
* To make sugar syrup mix equal quantities of white sugar and boiling water. Stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Allow to cool. This can then be kept covered in the refrigerator for several weeks.
The guy in the clip reminds us to enjoy responsibly, this goes more for Mojito’s than other drinks as when mixed properly you won’t taste any alcohol.
great idea. As the number two drink of all time I hope you’re enjoying them as we speak. I’ll stick to the White Russians however as it takes less effort to make.
I think I have a draft of a “Drinks in Movies” post about White Russians in The Big Lebowski. I will finish it and post it.
Nice post man! I appreciate drinks and anyone that thinks Miami Vice is underrated. The movie is not a classic by any means, but it’s still solid. Heat is and always will be the pinnacle of MM greatness. You should do one on the 007 drink from the last 2 movies…keep up the good work.
I have a couple of times. click on the drinks in movies category to see them all.