Mojito Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda water.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Mint
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves and sugar together, releasing the mint oils. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much.
2
Add Lime Juice
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice from one half into the glass. If desired, you can also add a few wedges of lime for added flavor. Muddle again gently to mix the lime juice with the mint and sugar.
3
Add Rum
Pour in the white rum over the muddled mixture. Stir gently to combine all the flavors.
4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
5
Top with Soda Water
Slowly pour soda water over the ice and rum mixture until the glass is nearly full. Stir gently to combine.
6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the mojito with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw, if desired.