Rodizio Mojito Recipe
Fresh limes and mint combined with soda and rum.
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Ingredients
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Mojito Base
Garnish & Optional
Method
Prepare & Muddle
- 1
Trim and cut limes
Roll the whole limes on the counter with palm pressure to loosen juice. Cut both limes into 6-8 wedges (or into half-moons if preferred). Reserve two lime slices for garnish.
- 2
Muddle sugar, lime, and mint
In a sturdy highball glass or a cocktail shaker, add the granulated sugar and the lime wedges. Add the fresh mint leaves (keep some smaller leaves whole for garnish). Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, press and twist gently about 8–10 times until the sugar is dissolved and the lime releases its juice and oils from the mint. Avoid over-muddling the mint (which can make it bitter); press just until fragrant.
Build the Cocktail
- 3
- 4
Top with soda
Pour the club soda over the ice to top the drink (approximately 6 oz). If you used granulated sugar and want a sweeter drink, add 0.5 oz simple syrup now instead of the sugar earlier; stir to combine. If using optional bitters, add 1–2 dashes on top.
- 5
Stir gently
Use a long spoon or bar spoon to fold the mixture from bottom to top 6–8 times to evenly distribute lime, mint, rum, and soda without bruising the mint further.
Garnish & Serve
- 6
Top with the reserved mint sprigs and lime wheels. Optionally slap the mint sprig between your palms once and place the sprig on top to release aroma. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer.