Description
This classic mojito is a refreshing Cuban cocktail made with mint, lime, sugar, white rum, and club soda. It’s crisp, citrusy, and perfectly balanced, ideal for any warm-weather occasion or relaxing evening.
Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 lime, cut into 4 wedges
- 2 teaspoons white sugar
- 2 ounces white rum
- 4 ounces club soda
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Place the mint leaves and lime wedges into a sturdy glass.
- Add the sugar and gently muddle to release the lime juice and mint oils.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the white rum.
- Top with club soda and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime wedge if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
- Don’t over-muddle the mint to avoid bitterness.
- Prep the lime-mint-sugar base ahead of time for easy assembly during gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stirred
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
