Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail 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, add the fresh mint leaves and lime juice. Use a muddler to gently press down on the mint leaves to release their essential oils, which will infuse the drink with flavor.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup
Pour the simple syrup into the glass with the muddled mint and lime juice. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- 3
Add Rum
Pour in the white rum and stir well to mix with the mint, lime, and syrup.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes, leaving some space at the top for the soda.
- 5
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim. Serve with a straw and enjoy your refreshing mojito!
