Lemon Mojito
Lemon adds a brightness to the classic Cuban mojito, which are typically made with limes.
Servings 1 drink
Calories 219kcal
Ingredients
- 8-10 mint leaves
- 1 ounce simple syrup see notes
- 1 ounce lemon juice freshly-squeezed
- 2 ounces light rum
- 1-2 ounces club soda
- lemon slices for garnish
- mint sprigs 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.)
- Top with ice cubes, filling the glass all the way.
- Add the lemon juice and rum. Top with club soda. Stir gently.
- Garnish with a straw, lime wedge and a mint sprig.
Notes
No muddler? Use the blunt end of a wooden spoon.
If you don’t like chunks of fruit in your cocktail, make the drink in a shaker or mixing glass (except the club soda) then strain into your drinking glass and top with club soda.
For a lemon-lime variation: Use ½ ounce each of lemon juice and lime juice.
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: 1drink | Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 26mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 342IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
