Mint Mojito Cocktail
The Mint Mojito Cocktail is a refreshing and timeless drink featuring fresh mint, zesty lime juice, white rum, and a splash of club soda. Perfect for casual or special occasions, this cocktail offers a vibrant burst of flavor that is both easy to prepare and delightfully invigorating. Customize sweetness and flavors to create your signature cool and citrusy cocktail at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 lime, freshly squeezed (about 1 oz lime juice)
- 2 teaspoons white sugar or 1 oz simple syrup
- 2 ounces white rum
- Club soda or sparkling water, to top off
- Ice cubes, as needed
Instructions
- Muddle the Mint and Sugar: Place fresh mint leaves and white sugar (or simple syrup) into a sturdy glass. Gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to bruise the mint leaves, releasing their aromatic oils without tearing them to bits.
- Add Fresh Lime Juice: Pour freshly squeezed lime juice over the muddled mint and sugar mixture. Stir lightly to mix the flavors and dissolve the sugar evenly.
- Pour in White Rum: Add 2 ounces of white rum for that classic cocktail kick perfectly balanced against the fresh ingredients.
- Fill with Ice: Add plenty of ice cubes to the glass to chill the drink instantly and maintain its refreshing character.
- Top with Club Soda: Finish by topping off with club soda or sparkling water, adding a light fizz that makes the Mint Mojito Cocktail effervescent and thirst-quenching.
- Stir Gently and Garnish: Give the cocktail a gentle stirring to blend everything together, then garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge for that picture-perfect look and extra aroma.
Notes
- Choose Fresh Mint: Always use bright, green mint leaves for the best flavor and aroma.
- Don’t Over-Muddle: Press the mint gently to avoid bitterness from crushed stems.
- Use Fresh Lime Juice: Bottled juice can taste flat; fresh lime juice makes all the difference.
- Chill Your Glass: Serving the cocktail in a cold glass keeps it crisp longer.
- Adjust Sweetness to Taste: Start with less sugar and add more if you prefer it sweeter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8 oz)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Mint Mojito, Mojito Cocktail, Refreshing Cocktail, Lime, Mint, White Rum, Easy Cocktail
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