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Mojito
Mint, lime and white rum: a Cuban summer in crushed ice and fine bubbles.
Home-bar collection version
For one serving
Ingredients
- Mint6 sprigs
- Lime Juice20 ml / 0.68 US fl oz
- Simple Syrup
The IBA recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of white sugar
15 ml / 0.51 US fl oz - White Rum45 ml / 1.52 US fl oz
- Soda Water60 ml / 2.03 US fl ozto top up
US fl oz amounts are rounded; use ml for exact measures.
To garnishMint sprig, Lime wheel
Make it
- Place mint, lime juice and syrup in the bottom of the glass and press gently a few times with a muddler, just enough to release the aroma.
- Add a little soda water, then fill with crushed ice.
- Pour in white rum and top with soda water.
- Gently lift and stir from the bottom of the glass to combine the ingredients.
Behind the drink
Originating in Havana, Cuba, it is still specified by the IBA to be made with Cuban white rum.
Recipe reference
Adapted from the IBA recipe; see the ingredient notes for home-bar adjustments.
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