Mojito
Ingredients
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- ½ medium lime, cut into 3 wedges, divided
- 2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste (usually 1 is sufficient)
- 1 cup ice cubes, or as needed
- 1 ½ fluid oz white rum (usually coconut flavoured)
- ½ cup club soda, or as needed
Steps
- Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass. Use a muddler and crush to release mint oils and lime juice.
- Add remaining lime wedges and 2 tablespoons sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Do not strain the mixture.
- Fill the glass almost to the top with ice. Pour in rum and fill the glass with club soda.
- Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired.
Serves 1.
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