Prep Time::5 mins
Total Time::5 mins
Servings::1
Ingredients
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2 cups ice, or as needed
1 fluid ounce fresh lime juice
3/4 fluid ounce simple syrup
12 fresh Thai basil leaves
1 1/2 fluid ounces rum
2 fluid ounces club soda
lime wedge (optional)
1 Thai basil sprig (optional)
Directions
Fill a collins glass with ice and set aside.
In a cocktail shaker, combine lime juice, simple syrup and Thai basil leaves. Use a muddler to crush the leaves for about 10 seconds. Add rum and 1 cup of ice. Seal and shake vigorously until outside is frosted, 10 to 15 seconds.
Strain mojito into the glass and top with club soda; gently stir. Garnish with lime wedge and Thai basil sprig, if desired.