Refreshing Mojito Cocktail Recipe
Prep Time:
3
minutes
Cook Time:
2
minutes
Servings:
1
Cocktail
Ingredients
  • For the mint syrup
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 5 mint leaves
  • For cocktail
  • ½ ounce mint simple syrup
  • 5 mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
  • 1 ½ ounces white rum
  • 1 ounce lime juice (from about 1 lime)
  • 4 ounces club soda
  • 1 lime peel, for garnish
Directions
  1. To make the syrup, heat the sugar and water over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  2. Add the mint leaves, then remove from heat and steep for 25 to 30 minutes.
  3. Strain the syrup into a sealable jar and store it in the refrigerator.
  4. To build the cocktail, muddle mint leaves and mint simple syrup in a highball glass. Pour in the rum and lime juice and stir to combine.
  5. Add ice, then top with club soda. Garnish with mint sprigs and lime.