Mojito Recipe
Refreshing mojito with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle Ingredients
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and lime juice. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to crush the mint leaves gently to release their essential oils.
- 2
Add Sweetness
Pour in the simple syrup and continue to muddle the mixture for a few seconds to mix the flavors.
- 3
Add Rum
Add the white rum to the muddled mint and lime mixture.
- 4
Mix with Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 5
Garnishing
- 6
Add Garnishes
Garnish the mojito with lime wedges and a sprig of mint on top for a refreshing presentation.