Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with mint, lime, and rum.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and a wedge of lime. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint and lime to release the oils and juices. Be careful not to shred the mint leaves too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice
Cut the lime into wedges or halves, and squeeze the juice into the glass. Discard the leftover lime pieces after squeezing.
- 3
Add Simple Syrup
Pour in the simple syrup, which adds sweetness to the cocktail. Adjust the amount according to your taste preference.
- 4
Add Rum
Pour 2 ounces of white rum into the glass, mixing it with the muddled mint, lime juice, and simple syrup.
- 5
Mix and Ice
Stir the mixture gently to combine all the ingredients. Add ice cubes to the glass until it is full.
- 6
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with additional mint leaves and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw.