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Mojito served in a glass with limes and fresh mint leaves.
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Mojito

Discover the art of crafting the perfect Mojito with our simple recipe. Learn how to mix fresh lime, mint, rum, and carbonated water to create a refreshing homemade cocktail. Perfect for any occasion, this classic Mojito is sure to become a favorite!
Course Cocktail
Cuisine Worldwide
Keyword Mojito
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 8kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Slice Lime
  • 8 Mint Leaves
  • 1 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
  • 6 fl oz Carbonated Water
  • 2 Cubes Ice
  • 1.5 fl oz White Rum

Instructions

  • Gather all the ingredients.
    Ingredients for mojito on the countertop.
  • Slice lime and set aside.
    Sliced lime.
  • In glass cup/tumbler, add sweetener and 2 tbsp carbonated water. Mix well until all the sweetener has dissolved (about 20-30 seconds) and then set aside.
    Sweetener mixed with carbonated water.
  • In a new glass cup/tumbler, combine a slice of lime with mint leaves. Muddle 5-6 six times until mints are mashed together with lime juice. Note - don't over muddle otherwise too much lime oil will make the mojito taste bitter.
    Mint leaves and lime being muddled.
  • Add ice, sweetened liquid from step 3), white rum and top off with carbonated water. Give your mojito a quick mix before enjoying!
    Mojito served in a glass cup.

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Nutrition

Calories: 8kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg