Slower Mojito
A Cuban classic that’s crisp, refreshing, and vibrant. Fresh mint, lime and soda water create a perfect balance of sweet, citrus, and herbal.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
10–12 mint leaves
1 Tbsp sugar
½ lime, cut into quarters
2 oz rum
Soda water
Instructions
Add the mint and sugar to a Tom Collins glass. Gently stir to coat the leaves with sugar.
Add the lime pieces and gently muddle to release their oils and juice.
Pour in the rum and give it a gentle stir.
Fill the glass with ice and top with soda water.
Stir one final time to fully incorporate the drink.
Notes from the Bar
The “Slower” Method
Instead of heavy muddling, this recipe calls for a gentler approach, coating the mint in sugar and easing out the lime juice for a more delicate, balanced flavor.
Rum Choice
White rum is the classic pick, but aged rum adds depth and a subtle caramel note that’s delicious in cooler months.
Sugar Options
Granulated white sugar is standard, but raw sugar or demerara adds a richer flavor. You can also swap for simple syrup for easier mixing.
Ice Texture
Crushed ice makes this cocktail ultra-refreshing, but cubed ice works fine if that’s what you have.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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