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Ingredients
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Mojito Ingredients
Method
Mojito Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press the mint leaves to release their aromatic oils. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Lime and Simple Syrup
Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Rum
Pour the white rum into the glass, mixing it well with the mint-lime mixture.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the mixture.
- 5
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with a lime wedge and a fresh sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw.