Mojito only be bruised to release the essential oils and should not be shredded. Then rum is added and the mixture is briefly stirred to dissolve the sugar and to lift the mint leaves up from the bottom for better presentation. Finally, the drink is topped with crushed ice and sparkling soda water. Mint leaves and lime wedges are used to garnish the glass. The mojito is one of the most famous rum-based highballs. There are several versions of the mojito. Havana, Cuba, is the birthplace of the Mojito, although the exact origin of this classic cocktail is the subject of
Fred Kitchen (entertainer) part of the [tramp] character was inspired by Fred Kitchen, an old fellow-trouper of mine in vaudeville. He had flat feet." The sketch that Karno and Kitchen co-wrote, entitled "The Football Match", made Kitchen's name. He was known for the catchphrase "Meredith, we're in!" from "The Baliffs" (1907), a sketch which toured the country for many years. The catchphrase's popularity was helped by the fact that footballer Billy Meredith (1874-1958), had transferred from Manchester City Football Club to Manchester United. The line was carved on his tombstone and was used in common parlance well beyond his lifetime. In 1913, Kitchen