Hello, and welcome to your new favorite cocktail recipe! The Mojito is a timeless classic for a reason—it's crisp, vibrant, and incredibly refreshing. With just a few simple ingredients, you can transport yourself to a sunny paradise with this perfectly balanced drink.
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 0 minutes
- Servings: 1 cocktail
Shop Key Ingredients
- Cocktail Muddler
- Classic Highball Glasses
- Premium White Rum
Full Recipe Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- ½ lime, cut into 4 wedges
- 2 tablespoons white sugar (or 1 oz simple syrup)
- 1.5 oz white rum
- Ice
- Club soda, to top
- Garnish: fresh mint sprig and a lime wedge
Instructions
- Place the mint leaves and 2 lime wedges into a sturdy highball glass. Add the sugar, then gently muddle to release the mint oils and lime juice. Don't shred the leaves, just press firmly.
- Fill the glass almost to the top with ice. Pour the white rum over the ice.
- Top off the glass with club soda.
- Stir gently with a long spoon to mix all the ingredients together. Garnish with the remaining lime wedges and a fresh sprig of mint.
