Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint and Lime Juice
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and freshly squeezed lime juice. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to tear them too much.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup and Rum
Pour in the simple syrup and white rum over the muddled mint and lime mixture. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes until it is nearly full.
- 4
- 5
Garnish
Garnish your mojito with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint for an aromatic finish.
