Elements 8 -whip up cocktails at home as served at Nobu

Recognised as the oldest spirit in the world, rum is responsible for some of the best-known classic cocktails including the Daiquiri and Mojito, but its image is entrenched in heritage and tradition.  Elements 8 - a luxury rum from St Lucia – is set to change that.  Created by drinks industry entrepreneurs, Carl Stephenson and Andreas Redlefsen and already used by the world’s top mixologists, Elements 8 brings innovation to the rum category, with a smooth, complex style and chic, contemporary packaging.   It is now listed in Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Fortnum & Mason and www.drinkon.com (RRP: £30 to £37).
Elements 8 is currently served in London’s top style bar, including:  Mahiki, Zuma, Nobu, Floridita and Purple Bar at The Sanderson.

Platinum Daiquiri

50ml Elements 8 Platinum Rum
15ml Lime Juice
  5ml Sirop de Gomme

Place all ingredients into a cocktail shaker and shake hard over cubed ice.  Double strain into a chilled Riedel Martini glass and garnish with a lime wedge.