Could there be a more perfect summer cocktail than the Mojito? Easy to make and super refreshing – I’ll definitely be making my fair share of these over the the bank holiday weekend.

I am sure many Mixologists would baulk at the thought of 7up in a Mojito – but l when you don’t have all the ingredients to hand, sometimes you’ve got to improvise! And so, I have named my version of this drink the “mo-chea-to” because it’s not a traditional mojito, but it definitely tastes as good.

Mojito Recipe

Makes 1 Cocktail

Ingredients

Half a lime, cut into four pieces

8 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish 

35ml White Rum 

A dash of 7 Up Free (or Sprite)

A few handfuls of crushed ice

Method: 

1) Place the lime and the mint leaves into glass or a kilner jar. Gently muddle the ingredients until the lime start to release  its juice.

2) Add a few handful of ice, followed by the rum. Top up with 7up and garnish each glass with a sprig of mint and a paper straw.