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Mojito Recipe

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This easy mojito recipe is a refreshing classic cocktail made with fresh mint, lime juice, white rum, sugar, and soda water. Perfectly balanced with citrusy and minty flavors, this homemade mojito is the ultimate summer drink—cool, crisp, and totally thirst-quenching.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Muddled
  • Cuisine: Cuban
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 8–10 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 oz white rum
  • 1–2 tsp granulated sugar or 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • Soda water (club soda or sparkling water)
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wedge and mint sprig (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a sturdy glass, add mint leaves and sugar (or simple syrup).
  2. Gently muddle the mint to release its oils without tearing the leaves.
  3. Add fresh lime juice and stir to dissolve the sugar.
  4. Pour in white rum and stir again.
  5. Fill the glass with ice and top with soda water.
  6. Stir gently and garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use simple syrup for a smoother texture and quicker mixing.
  • Gently muddle the mint to avoid bitterness from over-crushing.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor—bottled juice works only in a pinch.
  • Try coconut rum or fruit like strawberries or raspberries for a fun twist.
  • Skip the rum and add extra soda water or lemon-lime soda for a non-alcoholic version.

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