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Mojito Cocktail Recipe

Mojito Cocktail Recipe
A mojito combines fresh mint, lime juice, sugar, rum, and club soda to create a refreshing Cuban drink perfect for warm days.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Muddler
  • Cocktail spoon
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Ice bucket
  • Strainer

Ingredients

  • 2 oz white rum
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 lime
  • 0.75 oz simple syrup
  • 6-8 fresh mint leaves
  • Club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 mint sprig for garnish
  • 1 lime wheel for garnish

Instructions

  • Place mint leaves in a highball glass.
  • Add simple syrup and lime juice.
  • Gently muddle the mint with the liquid 4-5 times to release oils.
  • Pour in the white rum.
  • Fill the glass with ice cubes.
  • Top with club soda (about 2 oz).
  • Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
  • Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheel.

Notes

Fresh ingredients make the best mojitos. Use newly picked mint leaves for maximum flavor.
Store simple syrup in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Avoid over-muddling the mint leaves as this can make the drink bitter.
Choose a quality white rum. Cuban rum is traditional, but any premium white rum works well.
The drink should taste balanced between sweet, sour, and minty notes.