What alcohol is in a mojito?

Question

making drinks for dinner... what alcohol goes in a traditional mojito??? need to buy the correct bottle from the supermarket today...

Answer 1

Hello Richard. A traditional Cuban mojito is made using white rum, which is often labeled as light rum or rum blanco.

When you visit the supermarket, head to the spirits section and look for a clear, unaged rum. Common and reliable options you will easily find include Bacardi Superior or Havana Club, but any standard white rum will do the job well.

I recommend avoiding dark, aged, or spiced rums for this cocktail. Darker rums bring heavy oak and spice notes that mask the fresh mint and lime, and they also change the bright, refreshing look of the drink.

For the best results with your dinner drinks, combine two ounces of white rum with fresh lime juice, fresh mint leaves, sugar or simple syrup, and top it off with club soda and ice.

Answer 2

A traditional mojito is made with light rum or white rum. I allways pick up a standard bottle of Bacardi white rum at the grocrey store when I make these for family dinners.

A few months ago I tried making them with vodka because we ran out of rum, but it just did not taste the same at all. White rum gives it that light flavor that matches the mint and lime perfectly without overpowering everything else. Just get any clear light rum and it will work fine for dinner. 👍👍👍

Answer 3

you need white rum or light rum for a mojito. i just get bacardi or whatever clear rum is at the store for quick weeknight drinks and it works fine

Answer 4

A classic mojito requires white rum, also sold as light rum. Using the correct spirit is important so the cocktail compliments the dinner without overpowering the fresh mint.