Bacardi

Yes, this is a blatant endorsement of Bacardi rums. Notwithstanding the fact I lived 10 minutes away from the old Bacardi distellery, I honestly am of the belief that mojitos without Bacardi are not mojitos.

And grock knows I need one.

There is so much to write about 2006 that, honestly, I have no idea where to start. So yes, it calls for a good, "it reminds me of home" drink.

So here it is people ...

Liza's secret Mojito recipe
(1 serving)

1.5 oz white rum
Do I have to tell you which rum?

fresh spearmint leaves
The amount depends on how big they are;
Maybe 6-10 leaves.

1/2 - whole lime
The quantity depends on how limey you want it.
You cannot make this drink with lemons!

7 oz club soda

4 tsp. sugar
This drink calls for white sugar,
although some people use brown.
This is stupid because it changes
the impact of the rum. Might as
well make it with dark rum.

lots of ice

Peeled sugar cane for garnish