Mojito

A built cocktail made with White Rum, Fresh Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, served in a highball glass.

• Built
• Highball
• Rum
• #12 most essential

Ingredients

• 2 ozWhite Rum
• 1 ozFresh Lime Juice
• ¾ ozSimple Syrup
• 6-8Fresh Mint Leaves
• GarnishSoda Water (top)

How to make a Mojito

1. Fill a highball glass with fresh ice.
2. Add 2 oz White Rum, 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice, ¾ oz Simple Syrup, 6-8 Fresh Mint Leaves directly to the glass, in order.
3. Stir gently once or twice to combine without knocking out the carbonation.
4. Garnish with soda water (top).

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