Gimme My Mojito
Sip your way to pure refreshment with "Gimme My Mojito," a quick and easy cocktail that captures the essence of summer in every glass. This classic mojito recipe combines fragrant fresh mint leaves, zesty lime, and a touch of sweetness from white granulated sugar, perfectly balanced with smooth white rum and bubbly club soda. The magic begins with muddling the mint, lime, and sugar to release bold, aromatic flavors before layering it with crushed ice for that quintessential frosty finish. In just 5 minutes, you’ll have a perfectly balanced, effervescent drink that’s ideal for relaxing evenings, lively gatherings, or simply indulging in a taste of the tropics. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge, and serve this vibrant cocktail chilled for maximum enjoyment. Perfect for mojito lovers searching for an authentic, easy-to-follow recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons white granulated sugar
- 0.5 whole lime
- 2 ounces white rum
- 4 ounces club soda
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1 piece lime wedge
- 1 sprig extra mint sprig
Instructions
Place the fresh mint leaves and sugar in the bottom of a sturdy glass.
Slice the half lime into quarters, then squeeze the juice into the glass and drop the wedges in.
Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the mint leaves, sugar, and lime together, releasing the mint oils and lime juice.
Fill the glass to the top with crushed ice.
Pour the white rum over the ice, then top off with club soda.
Stir gently to combine the ingredients without disturbing the fizz.
Garnish with a lime wedge and a sprig of mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing mojito!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 77 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
