The Mojito was once the drink of the Cuban peasant class. Although it did find favor with some classic American entertainment luminaries like Errol Flynn and Nat King Cole, the Mojito was largely unknown outside …

The gin must be full flavored and not at all “vodka-like” for this drink to work. … Recipe: 1.5 oz Lillet Blanc 3 oz Gin .5 oz Gran Marnier 2 sprigs fresh Thyme 1 halved orange slice, for garnish Method: Muddle the thyme sprigs in the bottom of a cocktail shaker with the .5 oz of Gran Marnier.