Angostura Aromatic Bitters – Strawberry Basil Balsamic Mojito
Numerous times on my blog I have expressed my love for strawberries. In July I specifically mentioned trying a Strawberry Basil Balsamic Mojito for the first time at a blogger event for California Strawberries. I do not drink often so when I do I’m slightly picky. The drink can not be too sweet or I won’t be able to finish it. The Strawberry Basil Balsamic Mojito was perfect. Last weekend I finally had the chance to test out making them myself.
Ingredients for one cocktail:
- 3/4 cup of strawberries
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 2 lime quarters
- 4 basil leaves
- one shot of rum
- splash of soda water
- dash of balsamic vinegar
- 2 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters
Directions:
Muddle strawberries, sugar, lime and basil leaves until juicy in bottle of your glass. Add shot of rum. Fill glass with ice and a splash of soda. Stir; add another splash of soda. Top with a dash of vinegar and two dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters. Garnish with a strawberry or a sprig of basil.
Funny story and quick tip… I had no idea what muddle meant. I told you I don’t drink much. So yes, I had to Google it. Obviously I do not own a muddler therefore I put all the ingredients in the glass to be muddled and used a plastic cup that was smaller than my glass to push the ingredients down until they were juicy. It worked perfectly.
The cocktail was a big hit for everyone. My sister came over to try it and the first one I made I accidentally put a little too much balsamic vinegar but I learned quickly to tilt the bottle slightly. We both enjoyed the Strawberry Basil Balsamic Mojito and honestly I think it tasted just as good as the one that was served at the event I attended.
Another drink that I enjoy when attending events or cocktail parties is the Champagne Cocktail. I can’t wait to try out this simple drink recipe from Angostura.
Ingredients:
- 1 white sugar cube
- 2 dashes of Angostura aromatic bitters
- 1 dash of Angostura orange bitters
- champagne
Directions:
Drop sugar cube into champagne flute, saturated with the bitters. Top with champagne. Garnish with lemon peel.
Sounds pretty easy, right? Some people refer to them as a chick drink but I do know some men like them as well. Either way they are pretty popular. I may have to serve them at my next dinner party.
You can find more Angostura aromatic bitters drink mix ideas on the Angostura USA Facebook page. Don’t forget to like it while you are there.
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