Description
A refreshing holiday cocktail that combines mint, lime, and a hint of sweetness, capturing the essence of winter wonder in a glass.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 fresh lime, juiced
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- Club soda, to top
- Optional: a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Mint: Place mint leaves in a sturdy glass and clap them to release their aroma.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mint leaves.
- Muddle Gently: Use a muddler to press the mint leaves to release the oils.
- Sweeten It: Pour in the simple syrup to balance the lime’s tartness.
- Add the Rum: Measure out white rum and mix gently.
- Ice It Up: Fill the glass with crushed or cubed ice.
- Finish with Bubbles: Top with club soda for a sparkling finish.
- Garnish: Add a sprig of mint and lime wedge for garnish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your refreshing mojito!
Notes
For a twist, substitute white rum with light vodka, and use honey or agave syrup instead of simple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cocktail, mojito, holiday drink, refreshing, mint, lime