Mojito Recipe
A refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish and Flavor
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and simple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to shred 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, packing them tightly to keep the drink cold.
- 4
- 5
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint for an aromatic finish.