Mojito Recipe

Mojito Preparation

1. 1

   Muddle Mint and Sugar

   In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, place the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint leaves. This releases the essential oils in the mint and combines it with the sugar.

2. 2

   Add Lime Juice

   Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice from half of the lime into the glass, discarding any seeds. Save the other half for garnish. Use the muddler again to mix the lime juice with the mint and sugar mixture.

3. 3

   Add Rum

   Pour in the white rum over the muddled mixture. Stir gently to combine.

4. 4

   Add Ice

   Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.

5. 5

   Top with Club Soda

   Pour the club soda over the ice until the glass is nearly full. Stir gently to mix the ingredients without losing the carbonation.

6. 6

   Garnish and Serve

   Cut the remaining lime half into wedges and place it on the rim of the glass or drop it into the drink. Optionally, add a sprig of mint for garnish. Serve immediately with a straw or a stirrer.