A Mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail that is perfect for warm weather. It is made with white rum, fresh mint, lime juice, soda water, and simple syrup. Here’s how to make one:
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz. white rum
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 oz. simple syrup
- Soda water
- Ice
- Mint sprig, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a tall glass, muddle the mint leaves with the lime juice and simple syrup until the leaves are bruised and fragrant.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Add the rum to the glass and stir to combine.
- Top off the glass with soda water, leaving some room at the top.
- Stir gently to mix the ingredients.
- Garnish with a mint sprig.
- Serve and enjoy!
Note: For a fruity twist, you can add fresh fruit such as strawberries or raspberries to the mixture while muddling the mint leaves. You can also use a flavored soda water such as lemon or lime to add an extra burst of flavor.