Matcha Mojito

• Produce

  • 1/2 tsp Culinary-grade matcha
  • 1 Green tea bag tags
  • 6 Mint, leaves

• Condiments

  • 1 1/2 oz Matcha simple syrup

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/3 cup Sugar

• Drinks

  • 1 Club soda

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 2 oz Rum, good white
  • 1 oz Vodka

• Liquids

  • 1/3 cup Water

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Description

Directions

• To make the matcha simple syrup:
• Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil and whisk til totally dissolved. Remove from heat. Spoon matcha into a small bowl and pour a little simple syrup into the bowl to make a paste, whisking vigorously until totally smooth. Pour in remaining simple syrup and whisk until smooth. Place in an airtight container and refrigerate until cool and ready to use.
• To make matcha mojito:
• Tear mint leaves and place in the bottom of a tall glass. Muddle mint leaves with a muddler or back of a spoon. Add rum, vodka, and matcha simple syrup and stir to combine. Add a couple handfuls of ice, up to about 2/3 of the glass. Top with club soda. Garnish with mint leaves and/or green tea bag tags.