Moroccan Mint Cocktail

Moroccan Mint Cocktail
1
10 Minutes
Prep Time
2
Intermediate
Skill Level
3
1
Serving Size

Ingredients

Serves1
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  • 1teaspoon
  • black tea leaves29584-ingredients-0
  • 1nos
  • green cardamom pod29584-ingredients-1
  • 2teaspoons
  • sugar29584-ingredients-2
  • 8nos
  • spearmint leaves29584-ingredients-3
  • 15mL
  • lemon juice29584-ingredients-4
  • 30mL
  • white rum29584-ingredients-5
  • 5mL
  • rosewater29584-ingredients-6
  • for garnish
  • Mint sprig29584-ingredients-7
  • for topping
  • Sparkling water29584-ingredients-8
  • Ice cubes29584-ingredients-9

Method

  • 1
    Step 1

    Add the black tea leaves, crushed cardamom pod, half of the spearmint leaves and sugar to a cup of recently boiled water and steep for 15 minutes.

  • 2
    Step 2

    Strain and cool completely; meanwhile, muddle the remaining spearmint, white rum and rosewater in a cocktail shaker.

  • 3
    Step 3

    Add the cooled black tea followed by ice cubes and shake well for 15-20 seconds.

  • 4
    Step 4

    Strain into a highball glass filled with ice and top up with sparkling water.

  • 5
    Step 5

    Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint before serving.

Tips & Suggestions

Serving

Serving Tip 1

For an authentic Moroccan flair, incorporate a splash of cooled, brewed green tea for additional dimension and flavour complexity.

Preparation

Preparation Tip 1

Instead of sugar, use honey or cane syrup to mimic the flavours of a non-alcoholic Moroccan tea as well as contribute an amber hue to the drink.

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