Mojito Recipe
Rum, mint, lime, and soda water
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Ingredients
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Mojito Ingredients
Method
Mojito Preparation
- 1
Muddle Mint and Lime
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and lime juice. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the mint leaves to release their essential oils. Be careful not to tear them into small pieces.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup
Pour the simple syrup into the glass with the muddled mint and lime. Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
- 3
Add Rum
Pour the white rum into the glass and stir again to mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
- 5
Top with Soda Water
Slowly pour the soda water over the ice and other ingredients to fill the glass. This will help maintain the carbonation.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw or a stirring stick.