Mojito Recipe

Mojito Preparation

1. 1

   Muddle the Mint and Sugar

   In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much, as you want to infuse the flavor without making the drink bitter.

2. 2

   Add Lime Juice

   Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice from both halves into the glass, discarding the halves afterward. Stir the mixture to combine the sugar, mint, and lime juice until the sugar is mostly dissolved.

3. 3

   Pour in the Rum

   Add the white rum to the glass, and stir gently to mix all the ingredients together.

4. 4

   Add Ice

   Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top, packing them in gently.

5. 5

   Top with Club Soda

   Pour the club soda over the ice until the glass is nearly full. Give it a gentle stir to combine all the flavors.

6. 6

   Garnish and Serve

   Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw for sipping.