Classic Mojito Recipe
A classic cocktail made with mint, lime, and rum.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently bruise the leaves. This releases the mint oils, giving the mojito its fresh flavor.
- 2
Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup
Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint. Use the muddler again to mix the ingredients gently.
- 3
Pour in the Rum
Add the white rum to the glass and stir gently to combine all the flavors.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to your desired level, allowing the drink to chill.
- 5
Top with Club Soda
Slowly pour the club soda over the ice and mixture. This gives the mojito its refreshing fizz.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint on top. Serve immediately with a straw.
