California Prune, Ginger & Mint Non-Alcoholic Mojito

Makes: 2Prep Time: 5 minutes
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INGREDIENTS

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  • 10 California Prunes
  • 1 Thumb of ginger, peeled
  • 2 Limes
  • 10 Mint leaves
  • 300ml Light ginger beer
  • Ice

DIRECTIONS

1. To make the base syrup add the California Prunes and ginger into a jug or tall container.

2. Roll the limes before cutting in half, then squeeze into the container with the prunes and ginger.

3. Add the fresh mint and blend using a stick blender until smooth.

4. Add a little ginger beer and continue to blend until smooth.

5. Pour the mixture through a sieve to remove any fibres and keep in a clean preserving jar.

6. To make your drink, add plenty of ice to a large glass.

7. Pour in some of the California Prune, ginger and lime cordial.

8. Add an extra spring of mint and top up with ginger beer.

 

AUTHOR

Peter Sidwell

Peter Sidwell

California Prune Board Ambassador Peter Sidwell, is a chef, baker, TV presenter, author, and innovator of all things food related. Peter has been a chef all his working life and over the years has developed a simple, fresh and innovative way of cooking which focuses on the importance of fine ingredients and technical know-how to ensure the best results. Peter has travelled the world cooking, talking and demonstrating his approach and explaining how and why it works so well for all manner of food offerings. Peter works both with chefs, consumers, food producers and retailers to innovate, create process or refine procurement. Working from his new innovation centre in England's beautiful Lake District, Peter and his team create exciting, attractive and mouth-watering new recipes with digital content, showcasing the delicious flavour and versatility of California Prunes.