Mojito
Indulge in the ultimate summer refreshment! Discover the perfect blend of mint, lime, and rum in our tantalizing Mojito recipe. Cheers!
Ingredients
- 2 Lime Juiced
- 2 Teaspoons Granulated sugar
- Mint leaves Plus extra to serve
- 120 Milliliters White rum
- Soda water To taste
Instructions
- Start by juicing two limes to obtain fresh lime juice.2 Lime
- In a glass, add two teaspoons of granulated sugar.2 Teaspoons Granulated sugar
- Add a handful of mint leaves into the glass, reserving some for garnish.Mint leaves
- Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently muddle the sugar and mint leaves together, releasing the oils and flavors from the mint.
- Next, pour the white rum into the glass.120 Milliliters White rum
- Add in a few ice cubes, leaving some space at the top for soda water.
- Top up the glass with soda water to taste, depending on your preference for a stronger or lighter mojito.Soda water
- Stir well using a long spoon to mix all the ingredients together.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade mojito!
Notes
Tips and Tricks
1. Mojitos are all about freshness, so be sure to use fresh mint leaves, lime juice, and quality rum. Avoid bottled lime juice and opt for squeezing fresh limes instead.
2. Muddling is an essential step in making a mojito as it releases the oils and flavors from the mint leaves. However, make sure not to over-muddle as it can result in a bitter taste. Gently press and twist the leaves with a muddler or the back of a spoon.
4. After muddling the mint, add fresh lime wedges to enhance the citrusy flavor of the mojito further. Squeeze them lightly into the glass before dropping them in for an extra burst of tanginess.
Nutrition
Calories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 0.4mg
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