Refreshing Mojito Recipe Easy Homemade Mint Mojito for Summer Parties
A quick and easy mojito recipe using fresh mint leaves, lime, sugar, rum, and sparkling water. Perfect for summer parties and refreshing gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8-10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients
Scale
- 10–12 sprigs fresh mint leaves (about 15–20 leaves), washed and patted dry
- 1 medium lime, cut into wedges
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar (caster sugar can be used)
- 2 ounces white rum
- 4–6 ounces sparkling water (club soda or soda water), chilled
- Ice cubes, plenty to fill the glass
Instructions
- Wash and dry the fresh mint leaves. Cut the lime into 6 wedges and have sugar and ice ready.
- In a highball glass, place 8-10 mint leaves and 3 lime wedges. Add 2 teaspoons of granulated sugar on top.
- Using a muddler, gently press down on the mint and lime to release oils and juice without pulverizing the mint. This takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in 2 ounces of white rum over the muddled mixture. Stir gently with a bar spoon to blend.
- Fill the glass almost to the top with ice cubes.
- Pour 4-6 ounces of chilled sparkling water over the ice. Stir gently once more to combine flavors.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wheel on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately.
Notes
Avoid over-muddling the mint to prevent bitterness. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the fizz and aroma. For non-alcoholic version, omit rum and add extra sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approximate
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
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