Add a Vietnamese twist to a classic mojito cocktail with perilla leaves, ginger and lemongrass cordial. A refreshing accompaniment to any Asian menu
Prep:5 mins
Serves 1
½ lime (2 wedges and a slice for garnish)6 mint leaves, plus a sprig to garnish2 perilla leaves40ml rum2 tsp sugar syrup25ml ginger and lemongrass cordialsoda water
STEP 1Muddle 2 lime wedges, 6 mint leaves and 1 perilla leaf. Add 40ml rum, 2 tsp sugar syrup and 25ml ginger and lemongrass cordial. Half-fill a glass with ice, pour in the cocktail and stir. Add more ice, top with soda water and stir. Garnish with a lime slice, a perilla leaf and a mint sprig.
