Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLa MesaMojito Recipe

Mojito Recipe

Inspired by La Mesa
Time10m
Serves1

Refreshing cocktail with mint, lime, and rum.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Muddle the Mint and Lime

    In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, place the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the glass. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the mint leaves and mix them with the sugar and lime juice. This releases the essential oils from the mint and creates a fragrant base for your cocktail.

  2. 2

    Add the Rum

    Pour in the white rum over the muddled mint mixture. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Fill the glass with ice cubes, leaving some space at the top for the club soda.

  4. 4

    Top with Club Soda

    Pour the club soda over the ice until the glass is full. This will give your mojito its refreshing fizz.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge if desired. Serve immediately with a straw.

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