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Ingredients

  • 10 mint leaves, more for garnishing
  • 2 ounces white rum
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • soda water
  • For the simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar

Method

  • Simple syrup:
  • Start with the simple syrup. Mix sugar and water in a sauce pan and bring to a boil. Stir until sugar gets dissolved. Remove from heat and store in the fridge until ready to use.
  • Mojito:
  • Pour lime juice and simple syrup into a tall glass.
  • Add mint leaves and muddle it together.
  • Add rum and muddle a little more.
  • Add ice and a splash of soda.
  • Serve garnished with fresh mint leaves and a slice of lime.