Virgo: Mojito Thyme Recipe

Hard-working Virgos know that putting in a little extra effort goes a long way which is why we’ve concocted a recipe that is as creative as they are! Next in our Mixtrology Series, we have declared that it’s time for mojitos with our Mojito Thyme recipe. This cocktail features a thyme simple syrup and garnish that helps give a classic recipe that we all know and love a new twist with fragrant notes of this aromatic herb.

There’s nothing better than improving a drink that you thought couldn’t get any better. The added level that thyme brings to a traditional mojito makes it a great cocktail to add to your bartending menu while leaving plenty of room to refine to perfection. 

So Virgos get ready to be a little bit more hands-on with this one. We know you’re patient enough to take the extra time with this recipe and have it ready to show off to friends and loved ones. Set the bar high at your next get together when you bring out the Thyme Mojitos and remind everyone that it’s time to elevate happy hour. 

Servings: 1

Ingredients:

• 1 oz thyme simple syrup

• 2 oz white rum

• 1 oz fresh lime juice

• 2 sprigs thyme

• Soda water

Thyme Simple Syrup Recipe:

1. In a saucepan, heat up 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 3 bunches of thyme on medium-low. Slowly bring it to a boil.

2. Stir occasionally making sure that all of the sugar is dissolved.

3. Remove the thyme sprigs and pour your syrup into a mason jar for storing.

4. Let the syrup cool completely before cocktail use.

Mojito Thyme Recipe:

1. Combine rum. lime juice, and thyme syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.

2. Shake the mixture vigorously until chilled all the way through, strain and pour into a chilled glass.

3. Top off the drink with soda water and garnish with a small sprig of thyme

4. Enjoy!

Check out the other recipes from our Mixtrology Series Cocktails here!