Imperial Mojito
Cocktail avec alcool
Catégorie : Alcoolisé
Origine : Amérique du Sud
Ingrédients
- 2 trait(s) de angostura
- crèmant
- 8 feuille(s) de menthe (fraiche)
- 5 cl de rhum blanc (cubain (havana club, bacardi))
- 2 cuillère(s) à café de sirop de sucre de canne
- 1 demi de citrons vert
Préparation
Cocktail to be prepared directly in the mojito glass Place the mint leaves in the bottom, then add the sugar and the lime wedge Muddle everything carefully with a muddler to extract the flavors from the ingredients, being careful not to shred the mint Pour in the rum and stir the cocktail gently. Top up the mojito glass with sparkling wine and add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters Serve with a straw and a stirrer. You can add a sprig of mint for garnish.
Histoire
The Mojito Imperial is an elegant, sparkling variation of the famous mojito, a cocktail originally from Cuba in South America. The traditional mojito dates back to the 16th century, with roots in a drink called "El Draque," named after the English privateer Francis Drake. However, the modern mojito became popular in the early 20th century in Havana, where its simple ingredients — white rum, mint, lime, cane sugar, and soda water — won over cocktail lovers.
The Mojito Imperial stands out with the addition of refined ingredients such as Angostura bitters and Crémant. Angostura, an aromatic bitter originally from Venezuela, adds complexity and a subtle bitterness. Crémant, a French sparkling wine made using the traditional method, replaces soda water to bring fine bubbles and a more luxurious texture. These additions enhance the classic freshness of mint and lime while creating a sophisticated balance.
This take on the mojito is part of a contemporary trend of revisiting classic cocktails with premium ingredients, thus celebrating South American heritage while offering a fresh and refined tasting experience. The Mojito Imperial therefore embodies both the cultural legacy of the mojito and an innovation that appeals to the most discerning palates.