POMEGRANATE MOJITO WITH VANILLA SUGAR

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Unusual mojito recipe that uses vanilla sugar to coat the rim and as an ingredient. The sugar takes at least a week to absorb the essence. You can purchase vanilla sugar at any kitchen store that has a bar section. You can also use real vanilla extract added to sugar if your mixture is not ready to use.

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup pomegranate juice
2 ounces white rum
1/2-1 tablespoon vanilla sugar (recipe follows)
4 ounces club soda
cracked ice
6 sprigs of fresh mint
1 vanilla bean, split in 1/2 lengthwise and crosswise
4 cups granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Rim cocktail glass with vanilla Sugar.
  • Combine all ingredients except mint in a cocktail shaker and shake well. Muddle the mint in the bottom of a cocktail glass. Add Ice, optional. Strain mixture into the glass with the mulled mint, and serve.
  • In a large container or glass jar with an airtight lid, pour 1/2 of the sugar. Add bean quarters and cover with remaining sugar. Seal and place in a cool, dark place. Two or more times a day, shake the container to distribute the vanilla essence. Shake daily for at least 1 week and up to 3 weeks. Replenish the sugar as it is used.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3224.4, Sodium 25.4, Carbohydrate 799.8, Sugar 799.3

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