Jul 14 2026

Mojito Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

A refreshing mix of rum, lime, mint, and soda.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Mint and Soda

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Muddle the Mint

    In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press down on the mint leaves to release their oils. Avoid tearing them too much.

  2. 2

    Add Lime and Syrup

    Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint leaves. Stir gently to combine.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Add Rum

    Add the white rum to the glass or shaker and stir well to mix all the ingredients together.

  2. 4

    Add Soda Water

    Fill the glass with ice and top off with soda water. Stir gently to combine.

Garnishing

  1. 5

    Add Garnish

    Garnish the drink with lime wedges and a sprig of mint for an aromatic touch.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately with a straw, and enjoy your refreshing mojito!

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