Mojito Recipe
Rum, mint, lime, and soda
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Mint
In a sturdy glass, muddle the fresh mint leaves gently with the back of a spoon or a muddler to release their oils. Do not tear the leaves too aggressively.
- 2
Add Lime and Syrup
Pour in the lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Rum
Add the white rum to the glass, mixing well with the mint, lime, and syrup mixture.
- 4
Add Soda
Top off the drink with club soda, pouring it gently to maintain the carbonation.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the mojito with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with ice.