cuban mojito
Updated on Jul 15, 2019
A simple version of the classic mojito. This recipe gives options for making a single serving or a whole pitcher. The mint leaves should be bruised and not torn or shredded to give the best flavor. Enjoy!
prep time
10 Min
cook time
method
No-Cook or Other
yield
1 or 4
Ingredients
- BY THE GLASS:
- 2 parts quality rum
- 4 lime wedges
- 12 fresh mint leaves
- 2 heaped teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 part club soda, soda water, or lemon-lime soda
- 1 sprig fresh mint, to garnish
- BY THE PITCHER
- 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 1/4 cups rum
- 1 bunch fresh mint (save some sprigs for garnishing)
- 3/4 cup water
- 3/4 cup sugar
- ice
- club soda, soda water, or lemon-lime soda
How To Make cuban mojito
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Step 1By the Glass: Place sugar in a food processor (affiliate link) and pulse until it reaches a super-fine but not powdery consistency then add it to the bottom of the glass. Gently press together the limes & sugar. Bruise the mint leaves by clapping them between your palms, rub them on the rim of the glass and drop them in. Next, half fill the glass with crushed ice, add the rum & stir. Top up with crushed ice, a splash of soda and a sprig of mint.
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Step 2By the Pitcher: Make a simple syrup by heating sugar and water until completely dissolved. Set aside to cool. Into the pitcher add fresh mint and bruise it with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula so it becomes fragrant releasing its essential oils. Next, add lime juice and rum. Add simple syrup and stir to combine. Pour drink mix over ice filling the glass 2/3 full and then topping with club soda, soda water, or lemon-lime soda.
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