The traditional mojito mint is Mentha x villosa ... Once made, the mint syrup can be stored for up to two months (or frozen) and used for future cocktails. The mint flavor is more concentrated ...

The mojito had rum, mint, and way too much sugar. The daiquiri called for a bunch of frozen strawberries, though, so that seemed fun. Here's how it looked loaded up with ingredients. Left ...

This basic mojito recipe can be easily twisted. Try swapping the soda for bitter lemon or elderflower tonic, and adding a handful of frozen berries with the mint leaves.