Description
The Real Mojito is a refreshing Cuban cocktail that combines zesty lime, fresh mint, sugar, white rum, and a splash of club soda for a delightful drink experience.
Ingredients
White rum
Fresh mint leaves
Freshly squeezed lime juice
Granulated sugar
Club soda
Instructions
- In a sturdy glass, muddle 10 fresh mint leaves with 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar and the juice of 1 lime to release the mint oils.
- Add 2 ounces of white rum to the glass.
- Fill the glass with ice and top off with club soda.
- Gently stir the drink to combine the ingredients.
- Garnish with additional mint leaves and a lime wedge, then serve immediately.
Notes
For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lime juice and feel free to adjust the sugar to your taste. Experiment with the amount of mint for a stronger or milder flavor.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Mojito, Cocktail, Cuban, White Rum, Refreshing Drink