Thursday, March 21, 2013

Miami Vernacular

I arrived yesterday to Miami and today I'm looking forward to see my friends to catch up on what's new with our lives. During my time living in this town I do have to say I enjoyed the original version but others made with tropical fruits and even ginger, which is quite tasty in an unexpected way.


I call them vernacular because there are few things more of typical of Miami as having a mojito at the beach. Historically, they were created in Cuba and made popular by Ernest Hemingway when he lived there and opened the famous bar La Bodeguita del Medio.


For those of you who do not drink, you can always take note of this drink and make what they called a Nojito, which is the non-alcoholic version of the drink. On the other hand, you can substitute rum for sake, Pisco or even vodka {mostly anything that is clear}.


If you make one of this and feel a little playful go ahead and experiment with the ingredients. You can use other herbs like basil, add fruits like strawberries whole or pureed, and go for decorations like sugar cane sticks.

Have a great and refreshing day!!!
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15 comments:

  1. tinajoMarch 21, 2013 at 3:09 AM

    Does that look refreshing or WHAT?! :-)

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  2. Carole Poirot March 21, 2013 at 4:14 AM

    Oh, that just makes me want to cry with envy. The weather here is still more "mulled wine" than "mojito" and I'm absolutely sick of winter now... Anyway, these look fabulous, hope you're having a great time. xo

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  3. The Dainty Dolls HouseMarch 21, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    Wonderful doll, have a gorgeous time xx

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  4. little luxury listMarch 21, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    A strawberry mojito would be so perfect in the summertime!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  5. StephanieMarch 21, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    I LOVE a good mojito - I make mine using Cachaca - a Brazilian rum style liquor. It is soo good in a mojito! xoxo

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  6. SamMarch 21, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    It all looks so refreshing, I don't drink so Id like to try a Nojito. Have a wonderful time in Miami!

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  7. Frances O@TheFashionHiveMarch 21, 2013 at 11:05 AM

    Okay I need those drinks in my life!

    Have a great time in Miami!
    Frances O

    http://www.thefashionhive.com

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  8. AnnMarch 21, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Those look so refreshing...
    I need one so badly
    Summer is starting here.

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  9. OMarch 21, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    Have fun! Xo

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  10. A Crimson KissMarch 21, 2013 at 6:51 PM

    I do remember that Hemingway's favorite Havana bar terrified me, but I'll always love a good mojito–or better yet, a Hemingway Daiquiri!

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  11. jMarch 21, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    Delicious! I have both mint and raspberries growing in the yard in the summer so I might try a raspberry mojito this summer!

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  12. AnonymousMarch 22, 2013 at 12:18 AM

    i could use a refreshing drink now!

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  13. aki!March 22, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    There's just something about drinks like this that are just so refreshing! LOVE.

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  14. JessMarch 29, 2013 at 12:38 PM

    haha a nojito? I love it! And it actually sounds pretty tasty to boot!

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  15. Marisa SeguinMarch 30, 2013 at 2:19 PM

    Oh man these look so refreshing! Can't wait for summer.

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