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Classic Cuban Mojito

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A refreshing and easy-to-make classic Cuban mojito cocktail featuring fresh mint, lime, white rum, superfine sugar, and soda water. Perfect for any occasion and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 10–12 fresh mint leaves per serving (preferably spearmint)
  • 1 whole lime per cocktail, cut into wedges or slices
  • 2 ounces (60 ml) white rum per glass
  • 2 teaspoons superfine sugar (or simple syrup as a substitute)
  • 4–6 ounces (120–180 ml) chilled soda water per serving
  • Plenty of crushed or cubed ice

Instructions

  1. Wash mint leaves thoroughly and pat dry. Cut lime into wedges or slices. Have sugar and rum ready. Chill soda water and ice.
  2. Place fresh mint leaves and 2 teaspoons superfine sugar into a highball glass. Gently muddle about 5-6 times to release oils without tearing leaves.
  3. Squeeze juice from half a lime (about 1 ounce or 30 ml) into the glass. Drop in squeezed lime wedges.
  4. Add 2 ounces (60 ml) white rum to the glass.
  5. Stir gently with a bar spoon for about 10 seconds to dissolve sugar and blend flavors.
  6. Fill glass with crushed or cubed ice almost to the top.
  7. Top with 4-6 ounces (120-180 ml) chilled soda water. Stir gently to combine without losing fizz.
  8. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Optionally slap mint sprig between hands before garnishing.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Gently muddle mint to avoid bitterness. Use superfine sugar for smooth dissolution. Keep all ingredients cold for best refreshment. Crushed ice chills faster and adds authentic texture. Prepare lime-mint-sugar mix ahead and refrigerate up to 24 hours if needed. Avoid over-stirring to keep soda fizz.

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