Classic Mojito Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Mint leaves, lime, sugar, and rum mixed with soda.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Mint and Lime
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and sugar.
2
Muddle the Ingredients
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the mint leaves and sugar together to release the mint oils. Do not shred the leaves too much.
3
Add Lime Juice
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice of one half into the glass. Reserve the other half for garnish. Add the lime halves to the glass as well.
4
Add the Rum
Pour in the white rum and mix gently to combine the ingredients.
5
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
6
Top with Soda
Pour the club soda over the ice until the glass is full. Stir gently to mix.
7
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately with a straw.