Mojito Recipe

Inspired by The Helmand

Time10m

Serves1

Refreshing cocktail made with mint, lime, and rum.

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Ingredients

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1
Muddle the Mint and Lime
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves and sugar together to release the mint's essential oils. Squeeze the juice from the lime into the glass, adding the lime halves as well. Continue to muddle lightly to mix the lime juice with the mint and sugar.
2
Add Rum
Pour the white rum into the glass, mixing it with the muddled mint, lime, and sugar mixture. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are combined.
3
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes until it is nearly full.
4
Top with Club Soda
Pour the club soda over the ice, filling the glass to the rim. Stir gently to combine the ingredients without losing the carbonation.
5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the drink with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw, if desired.