Mojito Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Classic cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda.

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Ingredients

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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 the mint leaves against the bottom of the glass. This releases the mint oils, which are essential for the mojito flavor.
2
Add Lime Juice
Pour in the fresh lime juice over the muddled mint. This adds a zesty flavor that complements the mint.
3
Incorporate the Rum
Add the white rum to the glass, mixing it gently with the mint and lime juice to combine the flavors.
4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with crushed or cubed ice to the brim, allowing the cocktail to chill.
5
Top with Soda
Pour the club soda over the ice and cocktail mixture, filling the glass to the top. This adds the refreshing fizz characteristic of a mojito.
6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw for sipping.