The Mojito: The Most Versatile of the Summer Cocktails

The Mojito — which was has been all  the rage for savvy and sophisticated summer partiers — took over the cocktail spotlight with a vengeance over the past few years. The drink, which, is actually a traditional Cuban highball, became wildly popular because of it’s versatility and the many variations of Mojitos offered in restaurants and clubs around the country. This cocktail has that certain something that captures the excitement of the heat, the splendor of summer and our little acohol-loving hearts.Try a few of ro’s  favorites. –roz edward

Basic Recipe
1 1/2 ounces light rum 
12 fresh spearmint leaves
1/2 lime
2 tablespoons simple syrup (equal amounts sugar and water heated until sugar dissolves, cooled) or 4 teaspoons sugar
Ice
Club soda
Lime wedge and mint sprig, for garnish