Mojito
Cool, crisp, and refreshingly simple—this classic mojito recipe is your go-to summer cocktail with fresh mint, lime, and white rum.
Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 medium lime, cut into 4 wedges
- 2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
- 1 cup ice cubes
- ½ ounce white rum
- 1/2 cup soda water
Instructions
- In a sturdy glass, add the mint leaves and lime wedges. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently mash them together, releasing the mint oils and lime juice.
- Sprinkle the sugar over the muddled mint and lime, and stir well to combine.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
- Add the white rum over the ice.
- Fill the rest of the glass with soda water, stirring gently to mix.
- Garnish with additional mint leaves and a lime wedge, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing mojito!