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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle Mint Leaves
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves to release their essential oils. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup
Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to mix the ingredients, ensuring that the mint is evenly distributed.
- 3
Add Rum
Pour the white rum into the glass or shaker with the mint mixture. Stir again to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- 4
Add Club Soda
Slowly pour in the club soda to the mixture. Stir gently to incorporate, being careful not to lose the carbonation.
- 5
- 6
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint. Optionally, you can slap the mint leaves between your hands to release more aroma before placing them in the drink.
