Description
A summertime staple, the mojito can be found anywhere with good times and warm weather. Preparation methods may vary from bar to bar, but should always result in a sweet, refreshing tropical cocktail.
Ingredients
- 5 – 10 Mint Leaves
- 2 ounces rum
- ¾ ounces lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- soda water
- lime wheel
Instructions
- Put 5 – 10 mint leaves into a mixing glass
- Gently muddle the mint, bruising the leaves enough to release its flavors and aroma (if you end up with green paste you muddled too hard)
- Fill the shaker or mixing glass with ice
- Pour 2oz rum
- Pour ¾ oz of lime juice, or squeeze directly into the glass, as shown in the video.
- Pour 1 oz simple syrup
- Category: Cocktail
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 182
- Sugar: 19
- Carbohydrates: 20