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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, place the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the leaves, releasing their essential oils. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much; you want to release the flavor without making it bitter.
Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup
Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the ingredients, ensuring the mint flavor infuses into the lime and syrup.
Add Rum
Add the white rum to the mixture. Stir it gently to mix all the ingredients together.
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top, ensuring the mixture is chilled.
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint for an attractive presentation.