How To Make A Mojito
The Cuban-born Mojito, a favorite of Ernest Hemingway, saw its popularity soar in the early 2000s. It may not be the trendiest drink anymore, but when prepared well it's delicious and refreshing.
Mojito Ingredients
- 2 oz White Rum
- 1 oz Lime
- 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
- 10 Mint leaves, and mint sprig for garnish
Mojito Directions
- Gently muddle mint leaves in Collins or highball glass, taking care not to break the leaves.
- Add remaining ingredients to the glass.
- Mix well.
- Add crushed ice.
- Garnish with mint sprig and enjoy.
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Yield: 1 Cocktail
Updated: 2020-08-31
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Mojito Variations To Try:
- The Pink Strawberry Mojito Recipe - In this riff, the classic Mojito is elevated with the addition of strawberries as both an ingredient and garnish. A generous splash of grenadine adds a pleasant pink hue.
- The Jamaican Rum Punch Recipe - This small batch recipe uses a French press to extract flavors of cinnamon, mint, and jalapeño, along with rum and toasted coconut. The longer the mix marinates, the more powerful the flavor.
- The Blackberry Mojito Recipe - This tasty Mojito calls for blackberries, blackberry jam, and a sprinkling of sugar. Muddle the components with lime and mint to fully release all of the drink’s flavors and aromas.
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