Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda water.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and simple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the mint leaves, releasing their essential oils. Be careful not to shred them too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice followed by the white rum. Stir gently to combine the ingredients, ensuring that the muddled mint is well distributed.
- 3
Fill with Ice
Add a cup of ice cubes to the glass or shaker. This will chill the cocktail and enhance its refreshing quality.
- 4
Top with Soda Water
Pour the soda water over the ice and cocktail mixture. Stir gently to combine without losing the carbonation.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer.