Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and simple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to tear them apart too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice and white rum over the muddled mint mixture.
- 3
Mix and Add Ice
Stir well to combine the ingredients. Then fill the glass with ice cubes.
- 4
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the drink with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge. Serve immediately with a straw.