Mojito Recipe

Written by
Hector Rodriguez
A Puerto Rico native and former food service professional, Hector Rodriguez develops recipes inspired by the Caribbean and Latin America.
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Hector Rodriguez
Updated 11/06/20
Mojitos

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Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Total: 5 mins
Serving: 1 serving
Yield: 1 cocktail

The mojito was born in Havana, Cuba, and is a classic highball. Many variations of the drink abound, but this recipe calls for the five customary ingredients of mint, rum, powdered sugar, lime, and club soda. This fashionable yet traditional mojito is perfect for any summer occasion.

Ingredients

  • 4 mint leaves
  • 1 lime (for juicing)
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
  • 2 ounces white rum
  • 2 ounces club soda
  • 1 sprig of mint (for garnishing)
  • crushed ice

Steps to Make It

  1. Put the mint leaves into a Collins glass and squeeze the lime juice over them.

  2. Add the powdered sugar and then muddle the mint, lime juice, and sugar together.

  3. Add crushed ice.

  4. Stir in the rum and top off with the club soda.

  5. Garnish with a mint sprig.

Note: Yerba buena is the best variety of mint to use in this drink.

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