While some parties — like a bedazzle bonanza — require nothing more than a neverending flow of bubbly, others — like a Latin-themed engagement — scream signature cocktail. When selecting a signature cocktail, be it for your engagement or wedding, it's best to choose a drink that's easy to make in batches, matches your theme, and represents your personality as a couple.
When I was planning Ronda and James's engagement, sangria was the first drink that popped into my head. However, I came across this recipe for pomelo-mint mojitos. Although it makes one drink, I will increase the proportions to make a big pitcher.
To look at the refreshing recipe, read more.
From Food and Wine
Ingredients
4 peeled sections of pomelo or grapefruit, chopped
6 mint leaves
2 tablespoons orange juice concentrate or orange sorbet
1 1/2 ounces white rum
Ice
Club soda
1 lime wedge
Directions
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the pomelo with the mint and orange juice concentrate.
- Add the rum and ice and shake well.
- Pour into a highball glass. Top with club soda and garnish with the lime wedge.
Makes 1 drink.
Print recipe with images | without images






Karen Millen
Designers Guild
Suss
Amazing!
1Post New Comment
Please share your opinion with our community, but make sure it is on topic and follows our Community Rules. We moderate comments and prohibit personal attacks, threats, spam, lewd images, or the promotion of your personal website.