Thai Basil Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with Thai basil and rum.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
Muddle the Basil and Sugar
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh Thai basil leaves and granulated sugar. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the basil leaves with the sugar to release the oils and aroma, making sure not to tear them too much.
Add Lime Juice
Pour in the fresh lime juice over the muddled basil and sugar mixture. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
Add Rum
Add the white rum to the glass and stir to mix all the ingredients well.
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the cocktail.
Garnishing
Garnish the Cocktail
Take the Thai basil sprigs and lime wedge and use them to garnish the drink. Place the sprigs on top and position the lime wedge on the rim of the glass.