Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and the simple syrup. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press the mint leaves to release their essential oils, being careful not to tear them too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice and white rum over the muddled mint mixture. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top, ensuring the mixture is chilled.
- 4
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw or a stirring stick.
