Traditional Mojito Recipe
Don Q Cristal Rum, simple syrup, muddled mint, lime, & a splash of soda.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
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 down on the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to shred them too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup
Squeeze the fresh lime juice into the glass over the muddled mint. Then, add the simple syrup to the glass. Stir the mixture gently to combine the flavors.
- 3
Add the Rum
Pour 2 oz of Don Q Cristal Rum into the glass and stir gently to mix with the mint, lime juice, and simple syrup.
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