Rum, lime juice, mint leaves, and soda water.

In a sturdy glass, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently muddle the mint leaves to release their essential oils. Be careful not to tear them too much.

Muddle the Mint

Pour in the lime juice and simple syrup over the muddled mint leaves. Stir gently to combine.

Add Lime Juice and Simple Syrup

Add the white rum to the glass and stir gently again to mix all the ingredients well.

Pour in the Rum

Fill the glass with ice cubes and top it off with soda water. Stir gently to combine all the flavors without losing the carbonation.

Add Ice and Soda Water

Garnish your mojito with lime wedges and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately with a straw, if desired.

mojito

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