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Ingredients
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Mojito Ingredients
Method
Mojito Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Mint
In a sturdy glass, place the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the leaves to release their essential oils, being careful not to tear them too much.
- 2
Add Sugar and Lime Juice
Cut the lime into half and squeeze the juice of one half over the muddled mint leaves. Add the granulated sugar to the glass. Use the muddler again to mix the sugar with the mint and lime juice until the sugar starts to dissolve.
- 3
Pour in the Rum
Add the white rum to the glass and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes, packing them tightly to keep the drink chilled.
- 5
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish your mojito with lime wedges and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw or a stirring stick.