Mojito
Cool, refreshing, and bursting with zesty lime and invigorating mint, this classic mojito is a cocktail staple that's perfect for any occasion. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like fresh mint leaves, white rum, and soda water, this vibrant beverage comes together in just 5 minutes, making it an effortless yet impressive refresher. The key to this mojito’s irresistible flavor is gently muddling the mint, lime, and sugar to release their aromatic oils and juices without overworking them. Served over ice and topped off with a sparkling fizz, each sip feels like a mini tropical escape. Perfect for summer barbecues, cozy gatherings, or as a treat for yourself, this mojito recipe will be your go-to for a crowd-pleasing cocktail. Garnish with a mint sprig for an extra touch of elegance, and savor the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and herbaceous flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 whole Lime
- 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 2 ounces White rum
- 4 ounces Soda water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 sprig Mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions
Place the mint leaves and granulated sugar in a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker.
Cut the lime into wedges and squeeze the juice into the glass, then drop the lime wedges in.
Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the mint leaves, sugar, and lime to release their flavors. Be careful not to over-muddle the mint, as it can become bitter.
Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top.
Pour in the white rum over the ice.
Top off the drink with soda water and gently stir to combine all the ingredients.
Garnish with a mint sprig and enjoy your fresh mojito immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 102 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.
