Mojito Recipe
A refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Mojito Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Muddle the Mint and Lime
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and the juice of half the lime. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint to release the oils. Be careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Sweetness
Pour in the simple syrup over the muddled mint and lime. This will enhance the flavors and add sweetness to the cocktail.
- 3
Add Rum
Measure and pour in the white rum into the glass with the muddled ingredients.
- 4
Mix Ingredients
Using a spoon or a straw, stir the mixture gently to combine the ingredients well.
- 5
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes until it’s almost full.
- 6
- 7
Garnish
Garnish your mojito with a sprig of mint and a wedge of lime on the rim of the glass.
- 8
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your refreshing mojito!