Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and the simple syrup. Using a muddler, gently press down on the mint leaves to release their oils. Do this for about 10-15 seconds, being careful not to tear the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Rum
Pour in the fresh lime juice and white rum into the glass with the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- 3
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top. This will help chill the cocktail and keep it refreshing.
- 4
- 5
Garnish
Add a lime wedge and a sprig of mint to the top of the drink for garnish. This adds a nice visual touch and enhances the aroma.