Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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1
servings
1 cup

raw sugar

3 unit

cinnamon sticks

9 unit

fresh mint leaves

3 unit

lime wedges

2 cup

ice

1.5 ounce

white rum

1 ounce

blood orange juice

2 ounce

sparkling wine

Step 1
~2 min

Combine sugar and water in a saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Step 3
~2 min

Add cinnamon sticks and simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse flavors.

Step 4
~2 min

Cool the syrup.

Step 5
~2 min

Strain and discard cinnamon sticks.

Step 6
~2 min

Refrigerate cinnamon syrup for up to 2 weeks.

Step 7
~2 min

Add mint, lime wedges, and cinnamon syrup to a cocktail shaker.

Step 8
~2 min

Muddle the ingredients.

Step 9
~2 min

Fill shaker with ice.

Step 10
~2 min

Add rum and blood orange juice.

Step 11
~2 min

Shake briefly.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour into a highball glass.

Step 13
~2 min

Top with sparkling wine.

Step 14
~2 min

Stir gently.

Step 15
~2 min

Garnish with a mint sprig and blood orange slice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of cinnamon syrup to your desired sweetness.

Use freshly squeezed blood orange juice for the best flavor.

Chill the highball glass before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Cinnamon syrup can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Serve with appetizers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spicy appetizers
Cuban sandwiches

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Cuba

Cultural Significance

Mojitos are a popular Cuban cocktail.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Summer party
Cocktail hour
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100