The Perfect Classic Mojito Cocktail
Follow these steps to create a balanced, authentic Mojito using fresh ingredients and the correct muddling technique.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Building
- Cuisine: Cuban
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 oz White Rum
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 tsp Granulated Sugar (or 0.75 oz Simple Syrup)
- 8-10 Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 oz Club Soda
- Lime wedge and mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Place the mint leaves and sugar (or simple syrup) into a sturdy highball glass.
- Gently muddle the mint leaves with the sugar. Press lightly to release the oils; do not shred the leaves.
- Add the fresh lime juice and the white rum to the glass.
- Fill the glass three-quarters full with crushed ice.
- Stir the mixture briefly to combine the ingredients and chill the drink.
- Top the glass with club soda.
- Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wedge. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use granulated sugar for a more traditional texture, but simple syrup dissolves faster.
- If you do not have crushed ice, use cubed ice and add a little more club soda.
- Always use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0