Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish and Flavoring
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves against the bottom of the glass to release their oils. Be careful not to shred the leaves.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup
Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
- 4
Pour in the Rum
Measure and pour the white rum over the ice.
- 5
Garnishing and Serving
- 6
Garnish the Cocktail
Garnish with lime wedges and a sprig of mint for an attractive presentation.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw or a stirring stick. Enjoy your refreshing Mojito!