Ingredients needed to prepare mojito granita
To craft a refreshing mojito granita for four people, gather the following ingredients and quantities.
- Rum, one glass
- Brown sugar, three tablespoons
- Water, one glass
- Lemon, one
- Fresh mint leaves, five per glass
- White sugar, one hundred grams
Granita mojito recipe
Start by crushing fresh mint leaves with three tablespoons of brown sugar in a mortar until the aroma blooms. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the mixture and mix thoroughly. Then add half a glass of soda and stir again. Transfer the mixture to a freezer bag, pour in the remaining half glass of soda, a glass of water, and a glass of rum. Seal the bag tightly and shake well. Place the bag in the freezer and let the mixture freeze into a slushy granita.
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While the mojito granita freezes, gently move it occasionally to prevent a solid block from forming. This helps maintain a light, granular texture that freezes evenly without clumping.
How to present a mojito granita
After three to four hours in the freezer, the granita mojito should be ready to serve. An attractive presentation idea is to dip the rim of a glass in lemon water and then press it onto a plate of sugar so the rim becomes sugared. Pour the granita carefully into the glass to avoid coating the rim with sugar. Garnish with frozen berries for a festive touch. A lemon slice on the rim and a few fresh mint leaves on top also look appealing.
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Red fruit mojito
For a creative twist, try a red fruit mojito granita. The base follows the traditional mojito method, but the mixture begins with red juice for a vibrant color. The red berry mojito tends to be sweeter, delivering a lively hue and a distinct fruity sweetness that fans of fruit-forward drinks will enjoy. The final result is a visually appealing, inviting reddish shade with a pleasantly enhanced sweetness.
Notes on serving and flavor balance can help tailor this treat to personal preferences. The frozen texture is best enjoyed with a spoon, letting the flavors mingle as the granita thaws slightly in the glass. Visual presentation and aroma play a key role in creating a satisfying experience, especially on hot summer days. Source for inspiration: Pixabay