Mojito Recipe
Refreshing rum cocktail with mint and lime.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Take a tall glass or a highball glass and fill it with ice cubes.
- 2
Muddle the Mint
In a shaker, add the fresh mint leaves. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to shred them.
- 3
Add the Rum and Lime Juice
Pour in the white rum and freshly squeezed lime juice into the shaker with the muddled mint.
- 4
Add Simple Syrup
Add the simple syrup to the shaker. This will add sweetness and balance the tartness of the lime.
- 5
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid. Shake well for about 10-15 seconds to chill and mix all the ingredients.
- 6
- 7
Top with Club Soda
Top off the drink with club soda, pouring it gently to maintain the fizz.
Garnishing
- 8
Garnish the Drink
Add the lime wedges and mint sprigs on top of the drink for a refreshing garnish.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw or a stirring stick. Enjoy your refreshing mojito!