Mojitos

The mojito is a commonly misunderstood drink. Too many bartenders pulverize the mint, resulting in a drink that tastes something on the order of mouthwash, and that's if they're even bothering to make one instead of using a mix (vile things). This stems from an erroneous assumption that mint is supposed to be the dominant flavor of the mojito. It's not. The intended flavor is freshness; mint is a flavoring to achieve that sense of freshness. While mint should be used liberally, it should be bruised, not shredded. Moreover, the importance of fresh lime juice cannot be overstated, and while it's not a common ingredient, I highly recommend homemade sour mix as the balance. Simple syrup makes for an effective way to control the sweetness of the beverage, but is not required.

Foxtrot Routine

Ditched the previous routine I'd put together for my foxtrot exam. Here's the new one. I actually like this one a whole lot better. Wall 3, which actually cuts across the entire floor on the diagonal, affords a huge opportunity to demonstrate movement. I'd never do it socially, or even in competition, but while demonstrating power and technique for an exam... I like it.

( Commence in CP facing DW )