Mojito Recipe
The classic Mojito is a refreshing summer favorite made with white rum, fresh mint leaves, lime juice (or wedges), sugar (simple syrup), and soda water for a little fizz.
Servings: 1 cocktail
Ingredients
- 2 ounces white rum
- 2 ounces club soda
- 1/2 ounce lime juice or 3 lime wedges
- 1/2-3/4 ounce simple syrup
- 6-7 mint leaves
Instructions
- In a Boston shaker, muddle limes, mint leaves, and optional fruit until pulverized.
- Add rum, simple sugar, ice, and shake for 10 seconds.
- Pour contents into a glass (no straining) and top with two ounces of club soda. Stir and garnish with mint leaves.
Notes
Use Mojito mint, spearmint, or peppermint: Mojito mint is the mildest mint and the official mint for the cocktail. Spearmint is most readily available at most grocery stores year-round and has the most intense flavor. Peppermint is another great mild alternative.
Invest in a good muddler: a muddler is a cocktail device used to mash and pulverize fruits and fresh herbs to extract flavors and juices. They’re inexpensive and a solid addition to any home bar set. It makes the whole process much easier.
Simple syrup is the key to a good Mojito: liquid sugar syrup easily mixes/dissolves into the cocktail instead of sinking to the bottom like granulated sugar. You can buy simple syrup or easily make your own by heating equal parts sugar and water on the stovetop.
Add your favorite fruits: this recipe can be easily fruited by muddling in fresh or frozen fruits. It's a great way to add flavor and the options are endless.
Slap a mint sprig on the back of your hand before garnishing: this method releases the oils and makes the mint more aromatic with every sip.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.6g | Protein: 0.8g | Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 20mg | Fiber: 1.6g | Sugar: 10.7g