Jun 08 2026

Mojito Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Refreshing cocktail made with rum, mint, lime, and soda water.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 1

    Muddle Mint and Lime

    In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and lime cut into wedges. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle them together to release the mint oils and lime juice. Do not pulverize; aim to bruise the mint leaves.

  2. 2

    Add Rum and Simple Syrup

    Pour the white rum and simple syrup into the glass over the muddled mint and lime mixture. Stir gently to combine the ingredients.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top, ensuring the mixture is well chilled.

  4. 4

    Top with Soda Water

    Slowly pour soda water over the ice until the glass is filled. This adds the refreshing fizz characteristic of a mojito.

  5. 5

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish the cocktail with a sprig of fresh mint and a wedge of lime on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer.

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