Mojito Recipe
White rum, mint, lime, sugar, and soda water.
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Ingredients
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Mojito Ingredients
Method
Mojito Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Take a highball glass and add the granulated sugar to the bottom.
- 2
Add Mint and Lime
Cut the lime into quarters. Add the lime quarters and mint leaves to the glass.
- 3
Muddle Ingredients
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the mint leaves and lime with the sugar. This releases the mint oils and lime juice, which will add flavor to your mojito.
- 4
Add Rum
Pour the white rum over the muddled mixture in the glass.
- 5
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
- 6
Top with Soda Water
Pour the soda water over the ice until the glass is full. Adjust the amount based on your taste preference.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge if desired. Stir gently before drinking and enjoy your refreshing mojito!