The Real Mojito Recipe (with Video)

Prep Time::10 mins

Total Time::10 mins

Servings::1

Yield::1 cocktail

Ingredients

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Original recipe (1X) yields 1 servings

10 fresh mint leaves

½ medium lime, cut into 3 wedges, divided

2 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste

1 cup ice cubes, or as needed

1 ½ fluid ounces white rum

½ cup club soda, or as needed

Directions

Gather the ingredients.

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Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass. Use a muddler and crush to release mint oils and lime juice.

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Add remaining lime wedges and 2 tablespoons sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Do not strain the mixture.

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Fill the glass almost to the top with ice.

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Pour in rum and fill the glass with club soda.

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Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired.

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