Beer Mojito

1. 1

   Cut peppermint leaves into smaller pieces and put into a mortar. Add sugar and lemon juice.

2. 2

   Grind to crush the the peppermint leaves and the sugar is dissolved.

3. 3

   Strain through a sieve into a small glass or bowl.

4. 4

   VARIATION I: put 2 teaspoons of Mojito mixture into a glass and cold add beer. Be careful, because the beer has the tendency to produce a lot of foam.

5. 5

   VARIATION II: put 2 teaspoons of Mojito mixture into a glass and add ice cold water and then cold beer.

6. 6

   Garnish with peppermint sprigs and lemon wedges.

7. 7

   NOTE: should make 3 (or 4) glasses.

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   NOTE: I used a German beer with an alcohol content of 4.8%. It is not too bitter and has some sweet notes. It is light in colour. Drinking temperature: German beer is often served with a temperature of 7 C (45 F).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.