Thai Spring Mojito

Spring is here! In honor of this beautiful season, here's a low calorie cocktail inspired by Thai flavors perfect for this time of year.

Ingredients:

1 ounce White Rum (or Vodka)
1 tsp. Sugar
1 tsp. Water
1 pinch fresh ginger, peeled, grated
3 medium Thai basil leaves
3 mint leaves
Juice of half a lime
Club soda

Instructions:

In the bottom of a Collins or mixing glass, muddle the sugar, water, herbs and lime juice.  Pour in rum and stir. Top with crushed ice and club soda. Garnish with a lime wheel.

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