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Classic Mojito

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A mojito in a tall clear glass with mint leaves, lime slices and ice cubes on a white surface with a sprig of mint and a whole lime and two slices against a blue wall
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Mix up this traditional cocktail and say cheers to summer.

Ingredients

  • 6 fresh mint leaves

  • 4 1/2 tsp simple syrup, (see recipe link below)

  • 2 oz white rum

  • 1 oz fresh lime juice

Instructions

  • MUDDLE mint and syrup in a shaker.

  • FILL with ice. Add rum and lime juice.

  • SHAKE, then pour into a tall glass. Garnish with lime wheels and mint sprigs.

The Easiest Simple Syrup Recipe Ever

Want to make mojitos for a crowd? Try our batch mojito recipe.

Get more of our best mojito recipes.

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