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Incomparable Dining Experience
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice,
about 4 to 6 limes
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves,
firmly packed
• 2 limes, zested
• 1/2 cup light rum
• 8 cups crushed ice
• Mint sprigs and lime wedges
for garnish
In a saucepan over medium heat, add
the sugar and water. Cook for about
5 minutes, stirring often, until the
sugar is dissolved and the syrup is
clear. Set aside to cool.
Put the sugar syrup, lime juice, mint
leaves, lime zest, and rum into a
blender and blend until smooth. Add
the ice and blend until slushy. Spoon
into glasses; garnish with a sprig of
mint and a lime slice.
239-332-2065
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Extraordinary Since 1978
Lunch Mon - Fri
Dinner Mon - Sat
Closed Sunday • Valet Service
Downtown Fort Myers River District
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