My cocktail selection for the book Next Year in Havana is a Mojito. This minty rum drink is the perfect drink to sip on while dreaming of white sand beaches. The club soda makes it light and refreshing.

2 oz White rum
3 Mint leaves
3⁄4 oz Fresh lime juice
1⁄2 oz Simple syrup
Club soda, to top

Garnishes:
Mint sprig
Lime wheel

Lightly muddle the mint in a shaker. Add the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice and give it a brief shake. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice. Top with the club soda. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheel.

Cheers Y’all!