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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and simple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint leaves to release their essential oils. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice and white rum. Stir the mixture gently to combine the flavors.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass or shaker with ice cubes, almost to the top.
- 4
- 5
Garnish
Garnish the mojito with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint for an extra pop of color and flavor.