Classic Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with rum, mint, and lime
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 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, but avoid tearing them too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice and white rum into the glass with the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the mixture.
- 4
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer.
