While the traditional mojito is made with rum, this one uses the only liqueur derived from the coca leaf—AGWA de Bolivia Coca Leaf Liquor.
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Ingredients:
1.5 oz. AGWA de Bolivia Coca Leaf Liquor
12 mint leaves
1/2 lime
7 oz. club soda
2 tsp. sugar
In a large glass, gently crush mint leaves. Then, squeeze lime juice over crushed leaves. Add sugar and ice. Afterwards, add AGWA and club soda. Stir drink well. Garnish with a lime wedge and tiny pieces of mint leaves.
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