Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint and Lime
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and lime juice. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently press down on the mint leaves and lime to release the oils and juices. Be careful not to shred the mint too much.
- 2
Add Simple Syrup
Pour the simple syrup into the glass with the muddled mint and lime. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Rum
Pour the white rum into the glass, mixing well with the muddled mint, lime, and syrup.
- 4
- 5
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint for an attractive presentation.