Aegean Mojito – A Mediterranean Garden Party in Full Bloom

There’s something magical about a Mediterranean garden party. Picture long wooden tables, flickering candlelight, hanging vines, and platters of fresh olives, grilled seafood, and herbed flatbreads. The scent of basil and thyme dances through the air while soft music plays in the background. Now imagine the perfect drink to tie it all together — the Aegean Mojito.

This isn’t your average mojito. With 1.5 oz of Kavo Rum as its base — distilled from pure sugarcane and infused with native Greek botanicals — you’re already setting a different tone. Add .5 oz of Mastiha, a liqueur distilled from resin found only on the Greek island of Chios, and suddenly your cocktail feels like it’s been plucked right out of the Aegean Sea breeze. Fresh lime juice and simple syrup bring brightness, while a handful of mint leaves offers cooling refreshment.

This drink thrives in sunshine. Serve it over crushed ice in a highball glass, garnish it with a sprig of mint and a thin slice of lime, and hand it to your guests as they arrive. It’s light enough to sip all afternoon, but layered with flavor that makes people pause and ask, “What is this?”

Whether you're throwing a bridal shower, celebrating a birthday, or just gathering friends for an afternoon of good food and even better company, the Aegean Mojito is your showstopper. It's unexpected, elevated, and captures the very soul of a coastal Greek summer — vibrant, herbal, and unforgettable.

Pro tip: batch this one ahead of time in a pitcher, sans mint, and muddle the herbs just before serving to keep things fresh and efficient.