Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and lime juice. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press and twist the mint leaves to release their oils and flavor, being careful not to tear them too much.
- 2
Add Sweetness
Pour the simple syrup into the glass with the muddled mint and lime juice. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Rum
Measure and pour the white rum into the glass. Stir again to mix the rum with the mint and lime mixture.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes, nearly to the top.
- 5
Top with Club Soda
Slowly pour the club soda over the ice, allowing it to mix gently with the other ingredients.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with a few additional mint leaves and a lime wedge if desired. Serve with a straw and enjoy!