Classic Mojito
Summertime just won't be the same without at least one Classic Mojito. Get out the mint and your muddler!
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 226kcal
Ingredients
- 8-10 mint leaves
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 2 ounces light rum
- 1-2 ounces club soda
- 1 wedge lime for garnish
- 1 sprig mint for garnish
Instructions
- In a collins glass or highball glass, add the mint leaves and simple syrup.
- Muddle to release the oils of the mint leaves. (See note for an alternate method.)
- Add the lime juice and rum. Top with ice cubes, filling the glass all the way. Top with club soda. Stir gently.
- Garnish with a straw, lime wedge and a mint sprig.
Notes
If you don’t have a muddler, use the blunt end of a wooden spoon.
If you don’t like pieces of mint in your cocktail, muddle the drink in a shaker or mixing glass (except the club soda) then strain into your drinking glass and top with club soda.
Want to make a big pitcher? Use the +/- buttons at the top of this recipe card to scale the recipe as you need to.
To make simple syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat. Let cool completely before using. (Add a few ice cubes if you need it ASAP.) Transfer to a glass jar and seal tightly with a lid. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Nutrition
Serving: 6ounces | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 2mg
