The classic minty mojito – a very refreshing and oh, so delicious drink, especially on hot summer days. A word of warning however. If you make a pitcher you might be tempted to drink the whole thing yourself. Play it safe and make these one at a time.
Ingredients
- 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
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and lime wedges
Instructions to make a Minty Mojito
- 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.
- Garnish with mint sprig and limes.
Have lots of friends (or just want to make more)? Try a pitcher of Minty Mojitos. The key is making up a batch of fresh mint simple syrup.