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Hemingway and the Mojito Myth | Wilmington News
Did Ernest Hemingway really love mojitos? The truth is more complicated than you think. While Havana’s La Bodeguita del Medio proudly claims him as a regular, historians point to scant evidence—few photos, disputed bar inscriptions—and note his real passion was for daiquiris, especially the Papa Doble at El Floridita, crafted to suit his later dietary needs. The mojito myth likely bloomed through tourism and cocktail lore, but the drink itself remains iconic, best enjoyed fresh and expertly made—a timeless Cuban classic, whether Hemingway sipped it or not. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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