This is an authentic recipe for mojito. I sized the recipe for one serving, but you can adjust it accordingly and make a pitcher full. It's a very refreshing drink for hot summer days. Be careful when drinking it, however. If you make a pitcher you might be tempted to drink the whole thing yourself, and you just might find yourself talking Spanish in no time!
Ingredients
- mint leaves: 10 piece (fresh)
- medium lime, cut into 3 wedges: 0.5 piece (divided)
- white sugar: 2 Tbsp (to taste)
- ice cubes: 1 cup (or as needed)
- ½ fluid ounces white rum: 1 piece
- club soda: 0.5 cup (or as needed)
Metric Conversion
Stages of cooking
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Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass. Use a muddler and crush to release mint oils and lime juice. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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Add remaining lime wedges and 2 tablespoons sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Do not strain the mixture. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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Fill the glass almost to the top with ice. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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Pour in rum and fill the glass with club soda. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
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Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
