Mojito Recipe
Refreshing cocktail with rum, mint, and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle Mint Leaves
In a glass, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint leaves to release their oils and aroma. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup
Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- 3
Add White Rum
Add the white rum to the glass and stir again to mix all the ingredients together.
- 4
Add Club Soda
Top off the drink with club soda. Pour it gently to maintain the bubbles.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately with ice.
