Mint, known for thousands of years as the calming herb, can be used to treat upset stomach, relieve cold and flu symptoms, and even as a natural stimulate to alleviate symptoms of depression and fatigue. With antimicrobial properties, the herb helps regulate gut bacteria, acting as the secret powerhouse ingredient to beat belly bloat and keep you swim suit ready.
Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants to help lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease, maintain brain function, and much more! Mix it all up with a little lime, high in calcium, folate and vitamin C, and you have yourself a refreshingly healthful cocktail to sip on those hot summer days, with this delicious recipe from Miraval Resort!
Blueberry Ginger Mojito
from Miraval Resort
1 cup blueberries
1 oz sliced ginger
10 mint leaves
Juice of 3 limes
8 oz white rum
6 oz honey syrup
2 oz champagne
With a muddler, smash the blackberries, ginger and mint in a cocktail shaker. Add the lime juice, rum and honey syrup and shake with ice then pour over more crushed iced.
Chef's Tip: Do not over muddle; this will make the herbs bitter.