Print

Refreshing Mint Mojito Cocktail Recipe

Refreshing Mint Mojito Cocktail Recipe
Print Recipe

This Refreshing Mint Mojito Cocktail is a vibrant and zesty drink bursting with fresh mint, zesty lime, white rum, and soda water. Easy to prepare yet packed with crisp, tangy, and sweet flavors, it’s a perfect low-calorie cocktail ideal for summer days, casual gatherings, or relaxing evenings.

Ingredients

Scale

Core Ingredients

  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • 2 lime wedges (plus extra for garnish, optional)
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 2 teaspoons simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 2 oz white rum
  • Crushed ice (enough to fill the glass)
  • 4–6 oz soda water

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Muddle the Mint and Lime
    Place fresh mint leaves and lime wedges into a sturdy glass. Gently press them together with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release mint oils and lime juice without tearing the leaves too much, infusing the drink with fresh vibrant flavors.
  2. Step 2: Add Simple Syrup and Rum
    Pour in simple syrup followed by white rum. Stir gently to evenly mix the sweet, sour, and boozy notes in the glass.
  3. Step 3: Fill with Crushed Ice
    Add a generous handful of crushed ice until the glass is nearly full. This chills and mildly dilutes the cocktail for balance.
  4. Step 4: Top Off with Soda Water
    Pour soda water over the ice until the glass is full. Stir lightly to combine without losing the fizz.
  5. Step 5: Garnish and Serve
    Add a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wedge on the rim for aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately for the best taste.

Notes

  • Use fresh mint and freshly squeezed lime juice for the brightest flavor.
  • Muddle gently to release flavors without shredding mint leaves to avoid bitterness.
  • Adjust simple syrup to control sweetness per your preference.
  • Use quality white rum for smoothness and balance.
  • Crushed ice chills faster and dilutes evenly compared to ice cubes.
  • Serve immediately to retain fizz and fresh flavors.
  • Leftover mojito mix without soda water can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours; add soda and ice before serving.
  • Non-alcoholic version: omit rum and increase soda water for a virgin mojito.

Nutrition

Keywords: mojito, mint cocktail, refreshing drink, summer cocktail, lime, rum, easy cocktail, low calorie cocktail

Find it online: https://lillysplate.com/refreshing-mint-mojito-cocktail-recipe/