Mojito Recipe
Classic cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddling 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 down on the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to tear them apart too much.
- 2
Adding Lime Juice
Pour in the fresh lime juice over the muddled mint and syrup mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- 3
Adding Rum
Add the white rum to the glass and stir gently to blend all the ingredients together.
- 4
Garnishing
- 5
Final Touches
Garnish your mojito with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint. Optionally, add ice cubes if desired.