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Classic Mojitos
Servings 1 serving
This recipe for Classic Mojitos will make you feel like you’re on vacation! Made with fresh mint leaves and a homemade lime simple syrup, this sweet rum cocktail will perk you up on warm summer days!
Ingredients
Lime Simple Syrup
- juice from one lime
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
For the Mojito
- 3-5 mint leaves
- 1 ounce lime simple syrup
- 2 ounces light rum
- 1 ounce lime juice
- Sparkling Water or Club Soda
Garnish
- mint leaves
- lime wedges
Instructions
To Make the Simple Syrup:
- Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a low simmer over medium heat. Stir until all the sugar is dissolved, then stir in lime juice.
- Remove it from the heat and set it aside to cool completely. This can be done in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
To Make the Mojito
- Add 3-5 mint leaves to the bottom of a tall glass. Muddle them to release the mint oil.
- Add ice to the glass.
- Add lime juice, lime simple syrup, and rum to the glass.
- Top with sparkling water and stir to combine.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and lime slices. Enjoy!
Notes
*See the notes in the post about how to make a "Nojito" - or Mojito without the alcohol.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 142IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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