Forget the Mojito… Make THIS instead

Love a Mojito but fancy something a bit different? In this video, I’m showing you a mojito alternative that keeps all the fresh lime and mint vibes — but takes things to a whole new level. We’ll start by talking about the classic mojito cocktail recipe and why it’s so popular. Then I’ll introduce you to a rum swizzle — a tropical twist that builds on the same foundation but adds more depth, flavour, and texture. If you’ve ever searched how to make mojito or wondered what the best mojito ever could evolve into, this is your next step. The swizzle keeps things just as easy, but upgrades the drink with ingredients like orgeat and banana liqueur for a richer, more complex flavour. This is still firmly in the world of easy rum cocktails — no complicated techniques, just a smarter build using crushed ice and better flavour pairing. Perfect for any home bartender looking to step up their cocktail game without adding faff. 👉 In this video you’ll get: • A mojito alternative that’s just as easy to make • What is a swizzle and how it works • A rum swizzle cocktail recipe • Easy rum cocktails you can make at home • Practical tips for upgrading classic cocktails If you love Mojitos but want something more exciting without losing that refreshing feel, this one’s a must-try. =========================================== *ABOUT ME* I'll teach you how to easy cocktails to make at home, and put fun & unique riffs on simple Classic Cocktail Recipes. My mantra is Faff Free, Fun & Easy Cocktail recipes. No Mixology. No Geekery. All’s you’ll get is REALLY easy Cocktails. If you have to spend more than 30 seconds making an ingredient... it's too much hassle! So whether you make Cocktails at home, or you're a Home Bartender looking for more fun Classic simple Cocktail recipes, my easy drinks should suit you perfectly! *GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT* https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyINMpVwcI4d1eHELvbidTg/join =========================================== *RECIPE* - 45ml Dropworks Barrel Drop Rum - 15ml Tempus Fugit Banana Liqueur - 15ml Orgeat - 30ml Lime Juice - 8 Mint Leaves =========================================== (Some links below are affiliate links which do pay me a small commission) *Channel Sponsors*; 🎅 REÀL SYRUPS - https://stblive.uk/real-puree 🎅 FINEST CALL - https://stblive.uk/GTI-FinestCall 🎅 DROPWORKS ENGLISH RUM - https://stblive.uk/Dropworks 🎅 DUTCH BARN VODKA - https://stblive.uk/BUY-Dutch-Barn-Vodka *Rum* 🎅 ALUNA - https://stblive.uk/MoM-Aluna 🎅 SLY DOG RUM - https://stblive.uk/SlyDogRum *Modifiers* 🎅 TEMPUS FUGIT - https://stblive.uk/MoM-TempusFugit 🎅 LUXARDO - https://stblive.uk/MoM-Luxardo 🎅 Ms BETTERS BITTERS - https://stblive.uk/MsBettersBitters 🎅 BRISTOL SYRUPS - https://stblive.uk/MoM-BristolSyrups *Dried Fruit Garnishes* 🎅 FRONA DRIED FRUIT COCKTAIL GARNISHES - https://bit.ly/FronaFruit *Other Spirits & Liqueurs*; 🎅 FLAGUERIE CALVADOS - https://stblive.uk/Flaguerie-Calvados 🎅 HA’PENNY GIN & WHISKEY - https://stblive.uk/HaPenny-BM 🎅 PALMA GIN - https://stblive.uk/PalmaGin 🎅 FORTUNELLA - https://stblive.uk/Fortunella 🎅 TEQUILA 38 - https://stblive.uk/Tequila_38 🎅 VAULT APERITIVO - https://bit.ly/VaultAperitivo 🎅 CROSSIP NON-ALCOHOL SYRUPS - https://stblive.uk/crossip *Stuff from Drinkstuff*; 🎅 CHEAP ESSENCE COCKTAIL GLASSES - https://stblive.uk/essence-glasses 🎅 CHEAP COCKTAIL EQUIPMENT - https://stblive.uk/BarAtDrinkstuff 🎅 ARTIS COCKTAIL GLASSES - https://stblive.uk/artis-glassware 🎅 URBAN BAR EQUIPMENT - https://stblive.uk/Urban-Bar =========================================== *TIMESTAMPS* 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:52 - Making the Drink 00:06:08 - Tasting and Feedback 00:06:49 - Variations and Closing