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Flavored Mojito

A refreshing cocktail with a perfect blend of sweetness, zest, and minty freshness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Cuban
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 ounces white rum
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • Fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberries, or mango - 1/2 cup
  • Club soda - to top off
  • Ice - as needed

Equipment

  • Measuring cups
  • Jigger or shot glass
  • Muddler
  • Mixing glass
  • Strainer
  • Serving glasses
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Take 10 fresh mint leaves and place them in a mixing glass. Gently muddle them to release the essential oils.
  2. Choose your favorite fruit, such as strawberries or mango, and add 1/2 cup to the mixing glass. Muddle the fruit lightly to release its juices.
  3. Add 1 ounce of fresh lime juice to the mixture.
  4. Measure 2 ounces of white rum and pour it into the mixing glass.
  5. Pour in 1 ounce of simple syrup to the mix.
  6. Fill the mixing glass with ice.
  7. Using a spoon, stir the mixture well to combine all the flavors.
  8. Strain the mixture into serving glasses filled with ice and top off each glass with club soda.

Notes

Always muddle the mint gently to avoid bitterness from tearing the leaves.