Mint Mojito
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Servings
1
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Course
Drinks
Mint Mojito
Description
Mint Mojito combines fresh mint leaves lightly muddled to release flavor with white rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, and sweet simple syrup. The mixture is shaken with ice to chill and blend the flavors, then strained into a glass filled with ice cubes. Topping the drink with club soda adds a fizzy lightness that complements the herbal and citrus notes.
The drink offers a crisp, refreshing profile with a balance of sweet and tart flavors enhanced by the cool brightness of the mint. The soda adds gentle bubbles without overpowering the other ingredients.
Garnishing with extra mint leaves and lime slices adds visual appeal and a fresh aroma when sipping. This mojito is a classic Cuban-style cocktail commonly served chilled in warm weather or as a light cocktail option.
Ingredients
- 5 mint more for garnish, leaves
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1 ounce lime juice fresh
- ½ ounce simple syrup
- ice
- club soda or sparkling water
- lime for garnish, slices
Instructions
- Lightly muddle the mint in the bottom of a cocktail shaker until aromatic. Add the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, a handful of ice and shake.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with a splash of club soda and garnish with lime slices and more mint.