Mojito Cuban Mint and Rum Cocktail
Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked streets of Havana with this refreshing Mojito Cuban Mint and Rum Cocktail. Crafted with fresh mint leaves, zesty lime, and a touch of granulated sugar, this classic Cuban recipe achieves the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and fragrant flavors. White rum provides a smooth, robust base, while bubbly soda water adds a crisp effervescence. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy mojito recipe is muddled to perfection, releasing the vibrant essence of mint and lime in every sip. Serve it over ice with a sprig of mint for garnish, and you’ll have the ultimate summertime cocktail or party favorite. Perfect for those seeking a traditional Cuban-inspired drink, this mojito will elevate your cocktail repertoire with its timeless charm and irresistible flavor profile.
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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 sugar into a sturdy glass.
Cut the lime into quarters and squeeze the juice from all quarters into the glass. Add the squeezed lime pieces into the glass as well.
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the mint, sugar, and lime together to release the mint's flavor and dissolve the sugar.
Fill the glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes.
Pour in the white rum over the ice.
Top off the drink with soda water and gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, and serve immediately with a straw or on its own.
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.
