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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Tools
Method
Cocktail
Prepare glass
Place the highball glass in the freezer for a few minutes or fill briefly with ice and water to chill, then discard the water if used.
Muddle mint and agave
In a mixing glass or directly in the chilled highball, combine the fresh mint leaves (reserve 1 small sprig for garnish) and the agave syrup. Gently muddle 8–10 mint leaves with the agave 6–8 times — press firmly enough to release the oils but avoid shredding the leaves (which causes bitterness).
Add lime and rum
Add the fresh lime juice and white rum to the muddled mint and agave. Give the mixture one quick gentle stir to combine and dissolve any remaining agave.
Assemble drink
Fill the chilled highball glass three-quarters full with crushed ice. Strain the rum-mint-lime mixture over the ice (or pour directly if assembled in the serving glass).
Garnish and serve
Garnish with the reserved mint sprig (clap it between your hands once to release oils) and a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Serve with a straw and enjoy.
Tools
Use the jigger to measure rum, lime juice, and agave. Use the muddler to gently bruise the mint leaves. Use the bar spoon to stir and the chilled highball to serve.