Mojo's, Leeds

MOJO is one of the best rock n roll cocktail bars in Leeds. Offering the finest alcohol, the best music and the friendliest of staff, MOJO is a hidden gem. Located on Merrion Steet, MOJO Leeds is one of four MOJO bars located in the North (and overseas) � other bars in Liverpool, Manchester and Barbados.

It�s the perfect little bar to catch up with friends early evening or sup cocktails and dance the night away to their jukebox of awesome tunes. The d�cor is amazing with every wall packed with a history of music including old records, music posters and a huge Beatles canvas that stretches across one wall.

During my visit I went to a Cocktail Masterclass for my friends 21st. We were taken to the Rhum Room where we were greeted by two of the lovely MOJO staff who looked after us all night. To start with we were given a delicious cocktail and were introduced to the evening�s cocktail menu of what we were going to make.

We were then split up into two teams and had a Cocktail sensory test. We were given several small tubs filled with different spirits which we had to smell and guess what they were. The winning team won a shot of Jagermeister!

This was then followed by a Cocktail demonstration unlocking the secrets of great cocktail making. With our new found skills my friends and I had the opportunity to whip up some cocktails ourselves including; Whisky Sour, Mai Tai, Rum Punch and White Lady. It was so much fun, plus we got to taste them afterwards!

For the grand finale we were shown how to make a mojito, and we all had a go at making our own. The MOJO guys judged our drinks to find the best mojito and the winner (luckily the birthday girl) won a professional MOJO Cocktail Set.

It was a great night and was something really different - It made her 21st birthday that bit special. It�s also a great idea for stag and hen dos or just for a change, so book now because I heard they have become very popular. Check out their website for more info.

For the Cocktail Masterclass, available at all MOJO bars, it cost �25 each which lasts around 2-3 hours. Plus you drink what you pay so it�s well worth it! Definitely a bar to visit when in Leeds, Manchester or Liverpool� or if you�re lucky Barbados!

19 Jul 2010 21:36