Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda water.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Muddle the Mint and Lime
In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and fresh lime juice. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves and release their oils, mixing them with the lime juice. Be careful not to shred the leaves too finely.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup and Rum
Add the simple syrup and white rum to the muddled mint and lime mixture. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- 3
Fill Glass with Ice
Add a cup of ice cubes to the glass, filling it up to three-quarters full.
- 4
Top with Soda Water
Pour the soda water over the ice and the mixture, filling the glass to the top. Stir gently to combine.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw for easy sipping.