How To Make A Mojito

How To Make A Mojito

1 serving

Ingredients

  • 10 fresh mint leaves

    plus more for garnish

  • 2 ounces white rum

    4 tablespoons

  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice

    2 tablespoons

  • 2–3 teaspoons honey simple syrup
    to taste, see below
  • ice
  • club soda
  • 80 mint leaves

    plus more for garnish

  • 2 cups white rum
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/3 cup honey simple syrup
    or more/less to taste
  • ice
  • club soda

Directions

  1. 1

    For A Single Serving: Add the mint leaves, rum, lime juice and honey simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.  Muddle the mint (using a cocktail muddler or a wooden spoon) to release its flavors. Add 1 cup of ice.  Then cover the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until chilled.  Strain into a tall glass filled with ice.  Top with club soda, as well as extra mint or lime wedges for garnish, if desired.

  2. 2

    For A Pitcher: Add the mint leaves, rum, lime juice and honey simple syrup to a large pitcher.  Muddle the mint (using a cocktail muddler or a wooden spoon) to release its flavors. Fill the pitcher most of the way full with ice.  Top with club soda.  Serve in tall glasses filled with ice, then garnish with extra mint or lime wedges, if desired.

How To Make A Mojito

How To Make A Mojito

3 min1 serving

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, refreshing drink that transports you to a sunny escape? This classic Mojito recipe is your ticket, ready in just 3 minutes with simple, fresh ingredients, making it the perfect pick-me-up any day of the week.

The magic of this Mojito lies in its perfect balance: the bright zest of fresh lime, the cool aroma of mint, and the subtle sweetness of honey simple syrup. It’s a symphony of flavors that truly hits the spot, offering a crisp, invigorating sip every time you make it.

Prepare for a drink that awakens your senses. You'll experience a clean, zesty pop from the fresh lime, followed by an immediate cooling sensation from the mint leaves. The white rum provides a smooth, mellow base, all uplifted by the gentle fizz of club soda. It’s light-bodied, incredibly refreshing, and beautifully aromatic, making it the ideal choice for any occasion.

Make this Mojito your own by adjusting the honey simple syrup to your preferred level of sweetness. For a bolder flavor, you can increase the amount of white rum. If you prefer a less potent drink, simply add more club soda for extra fizz and dilution without sacrificing flavor.

This vibrant Mojito is perfect for unwinding on a warm evening, sharing with friends at a backyard gathering, or simply enjoying as a celebratory sip. Serve it chilled, garnished with extra fresh mint leaves, for an elegant touch that enhances the drinking experience.

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