Verbena Mojito (or Caipiruska)

The Washington Post, August 24, 2005
  • Cuisine: French
  • Course: Beverage

Summary:

Gina Chersevani at Post Moderne Brasserie calls this a French twist on a Cuban classic.

1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 10 to 12 verbena leaves
  • 3 lemon slices
  • 1 ounce Simple Syrup (see recipe)
  • 1 1/2 ounces citrus rum or citrus vodka
  • Splash club soda

Directions:

Muddle verbena leaves, lemon slices and the 1 ounce of simple syrup in shaker. Add citrus rum or citrus vodka and ice and shake vigorously. Pour into tumbler and top with club soda.

Recipe Source:

Adapted from Post Moderne Brasserie in the Penn Quarter.

Tested by Diane Weeks for The Washington Post.
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Nutrition Facts
Ingredients are too varied for a meaningful analysis.
*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Total Fat: Less than65g
Saturated Fat: Less than20g
Cholesterol: Less than300mg
Sodium:Less than2,400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 300g
Dietary Fiber: 25g

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