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    Home » Drink Recipes

    Classic Mojito Recipe

    Updated: Sep 29, 2020 · Published: Jul 3, 2016 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    mojito being served in a tal glass

    There's just something about a simple cocktail recipe like this Classic Mojito that screams vacation time. It's easy, cool and refreshing.

    mojito being served in a tal glass

    Whether you're searching for the perfect cocktail recipe for a party or simply want a fun drink recipe that you can whip up in no time flat for your private happy hour... a classic mojito cocktail is perfect.

    We love refreshing cocktails around here. Some of our other favorites are this Strawberry Limeade Rum Punch and this Lemon Drop Cocktail.

    How to Make a Mojito

    1. Muddle mint leaves, lime juice, and rum in a tall glass.
    2. Add simple syrup.
    3. Add club soda.
    4. Mix.

    Scroll down for the printable recipe with detailed instructions.

    The History of Mojitos

    When you're entertaining a sophisticated crowd (ok, a party crowd), Mojitos should be on your list.

    The "mojito," which means "to cast a little spell," rose to fame with the development of Bacardi rum in Cuba.

    This refreshing cocktail made of lime, mint and rum might hail from Cuba, but it's become all the rage in countries around the globe. The mojito has been called the new cosmo.

    mojito with limes and mint

    Tips for a Perfect Mojito

    The first key to a great mojito is using fresh herbs, which is a great reason to have a little herb garden.

    We actually grow both limes and mint in our backyard, and often use them for exactly this drink!

    And the other secret to a great mojito is muddling the mint and the lime.

    Muddling refers to combining ingredients in the bottom of a cocktail glass with an instrument that looks like a small baseball bat. It extracts the great oils and flavors of both.

    If you don't have a muddler, use the back of a spoon. (But really - get a muddler - because it works way better.)

    Variations

    There are so many variations on the mojito that it's hard to keep count. But here are a few of my personal favorites.

    Strawberry Mojitos - Simply add some fresh strawberries and muddle them together with the mint and lime juice. Or go all out with this Strawberry Mojito Float.

    Tequila Mojitos - Swap the rum for tequila and you'll add some delicious smoky flavor to your cocktail. Check out this tequila mojito recipe - it's been shared over 7,000 times!

    Coconut Mojito - Just swap the regular rum for coconut rum and you have a delicious coconut cocktail!

    Lemon Drop Mojitos - Swap the limes for lemon, and you get a delightfully sour treat.

    Best Mint Mojito Recipe. You'll absolutely want to try this Classic Mojito Recipe. It's classy, elegant and the perfect easy cocktail recipe for summer sipping on the patio or pool. Enjoy this fresh mint recipe on your search for the perfect summer cocktail recipe.

    Classic Mojito Recipe

    All She Cooks
    This classic mojito is super easy to make with just 5 simple ingredients that you probably already have at home. Cheers!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drink Recipes
    Cuisine Caribbean
    Servings 1 Drink
    Calories 264 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 fresh spearmint leaves
    • ½ lime
    • 2 tbsp simple syrup mixture of 2 parts sugar to 3 parts hot water, chilled or just sugar
    • 1 ½ oz. Bacardi rum
    • Club soda

    Instructions
     

    • Muddle mint leaves and lime in tall glass.
    • Cover with simple syrup and fill glass with ice.
    • Add rum, and top off with club soda. Stir well.
    • Add crushed ice to tall glasses when ready to serve. Garnish glass with lime wedge and sprigs of mint.

    Notes

    Can also be made by the pitcher!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 45mgFiber: 10gSugar: 26g
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