happy WEEKEND! summer is going by so quickly, i can't believer there is only a few more weekends before back to school season begins. i plan to spend august poolside with a killer cocktail in hand & this matcha mojito will do the trick. it features the traditional mojito flavours such as mint & lime, but with an added earthiness from aiay'a cluniary grade matcha. the best matcha for mixing into recipes (think baking, smoothies + cocktails) as the flavour comes through strong even when mixed with other bold ingredients. a garnish of fresh summer berries is entirely optional, but i just love the added pop of colour!

cheers! xo

ingredients

1/4 teaspoon aiay's culinary grade matcha
2 teaspoons boiling water
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar
1 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
6 to 8 fresh mint leaves
2 ounces white rum
club soda, to finish
sprig of mint, to garnish
wedge of lime, to garnish
raspberries, to garnish (optional)

directions

in a small mixing bowl whisk together the matcha & water until the matcha is fully dissolved.
to a cocktail glass add the sugar, lime juice & mint leaves. muddle together to infuse the rum with the mint.
fill glass with ice. add the rum & matcha mixture. stir to combine & finish with a splash of club soda.
garnish with mint, lime & raspberries.