10 minutes, serves 1
Ingredients:
2 oz Havana Club Rum 
45 fresh mint leaves 
1 oz cranberry juice 
2 oz brewed black tea, chilled 
0.5 oz almond syrup 
Ice cubes - Mint sprig and cranberries for garnish
The Process
1
Muddle Mint
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves gently to release their aroma.
2
Combine Ingredients
Add Havana Club Rum, cranberry juice, chilled black tea, and almond syrup to the shaker.
3
Shake It Up
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
4
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
5
Garnish
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a few cranberries.
6
Enjoy
Serve and enjoy your Havana Mint Cranberry Refresher.
Chef Tips:
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and add an extra ounce of cranberry juice and black tea.
- To make almond syrup at home, combine equal parts sugar and water with a drop of almond extract, and simmer until the sugar has dissolved.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less almond syrup according to your taste.
Additional Notes:
- The Havana Mint Cranberry Refresher is an excellent drink for those looking for a refreshing cocktail with a balance of sweet, tart, and herbal notes. The black tea adds a pleasant tannic quality that complements the other flavors well. Make sure to use fresh mint for the best taste, and if desired, you can slap the mint sprig between your palms before garnishing to further release its aroma.
| Nutritional Information per serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories: | Estimated 180-250 (varies due to brands and exact measurements) |
| Fat: | 0g |
| Saturated Fat: | 0g |
| Carbohydrates: | Approx. 15g-25g (depending on the sugar content of the cranberry juice and almond syrup) |
| Sugar: | Approx. 13g-20g (depending on the sugar content of the cranberry juice and almond syrup) |
| Fiber: | 0g |
| Protein: | 0g |
*Please note that these values are estimations based on the ingredients and might vary slightly.
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