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Mojito recipe - Cocktail served in a Highball Glass
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Mojito

Serve in a Highball Glass
Cocktail

Ingredients

  • Light rum
    2-3 oz
  • Lime
    Juice of 1
  • Sugar
    2 tsp
  • Mint
    2-4
  • Soda Water
    To taste

Instructions

Muddle mint leaves with sugar and lime juice. Add a splash of soda water and fill the glass with cracked ice. Pour the rum and top with soda water. Garnish and serve with straw.

Expert Tips

Expert Tips

Glassware Tip

Fill your highball glass with ice before adding ingredients. The tall, narrow shape is designed to keep carbonated mixers fizzy and refreshing throughout the drink.

Fresh Citrus Tip

Always squeeze fresh citrus juice rather than using bottled. Roll the fruit on the counter before cutting to release more juice, and strain out seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.

Fresh Herb Tip

Gently slap fresh herbs between your palms before adding to your drink. This releases essential oils and aromatics without bruising the leaves or creating bitter flavors.

Did You Know?

Rum production began in the Caribbean in the 17th century, making it one of the oldest commercial spirits in the Americas.

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