Mojito Recipe
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Ingredients
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Mojito Ingredients
Method
Mojito Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press down on the mint leaves to release their essential oils, mixing them with the sugar. This should take about 30 seconds.
- 2
Add Lime Juice
Pour in the fresh lime juice and stir well to dissolve the sugar completely into the mixture.
- 3
Add Rum
Add the white rum to the mint and lime mixture and stir gently to combine all the flavors together.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top, making sure the ice is packed well.
- 5
- 6
Garnish
Garnish your mojito with lime wedges and a sprig of mint for an attractive presentation.
- 7
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw or a stirring stick, and enjoy your refreshing mojito!