Twill Serve: A Mojito Riff

• 1 1/2 ozwhite rum
• 1 ozfresh lime juice
• 3/4 ozwhite crème de cacao
• 1/2 ozpeppercorn syrup
• 5-6 fresh mint leaves

Preparation

1. 1.

   Combine all of the ingredients with crushed ice in a glass and stir to combine and chill. Fill the glass with additional crushed ice, then garnish.

2. 2.

   Peppercorn Syrup: Combine 2 cups of sugar with 2 cups of water in a saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves. Once cooled, add this to a blender with 1/4 cup of black peppercorns and blend well. Fine strain into a bottle and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.