Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with rum, mint, lime, and soda.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle Mint Leaves
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and the simple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves to release their oils, being careful not to tear them too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice and the white rum into the muddled mint mixture. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass or shaker with ice cubes to the top.
- 4
Garnishing
- 5
Garnish the Drink
Add a lime wedge and a sprig of mint to the glass for garnish. This will enhance the presentation and aroma of the cocktail.