Classic Mojitos

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It’s time for some fun with this classic mojito cocktail. A mix of rum, zesty lime and refreshing soda water will make these a hit at your next party.

Mojitos are one of my all time favourite cocktails, especially in Summer because they are so refreshing and delicious. With every sip you get that burst of flavour from the zesty lime, the smooth rum and the freshness from the mint. I actually never thought about making them at home until my husband suggested it and I realised how easy they were to put together.

If refreshing cocktails are what you after you must also check out my Prosecco berry punch.

The ingredients are simple, the steps are easy and it takes little effort to look like your a pro bartender as you mix these up for your friends.

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What is in a classic Mojito Cocktail?

• Fresh Limes; don’t use the bottled stuff, fresh is best!
• Sugar: This sweetens the cocktail and balances out the lime and the rum.
• Fresh mint leaves
• White rum: use a good quality rum such as Bacardi . White rum is typically used in Mojitos because of It’s lighter, sweet, tropical taste. You could substitute with vodka but it won’t be as sweet.
• Soda water to top up your glass and give the cocktail some refreshing bubbles.

Tips for making awesome mojitos

• Don’t use regular white sugar. You will get tennis elbow before you will get that to dissolve. Use caster sugar, It’s super fine and will save you so much time and your elbow!

• Ditch the cocktail shaker! Mojitos are made in their serving glasses. Use a rolling pin to “muddle” the lime, sugar and mint. This process involves pressing and twisting to release all the flavours and those delightful aromas!

• Use lots of ice because no one wants a warm mojito! For best results after you have muddled the lime, sugar and mint fill the glass to the brim with ice and then pour over the gin. If you want to go the extra step, chill the glasses in the freezer for 5-10 minutes before you start.
• Play around and have fun with it. You may like your mojito a little stronger, a little sweeter, maybe a little bit zestier. Play around with the quantities to suite your individual taste.

How to make a Classic Mojito Cocktail

Step 1

Add fresh limes, sugar and mint to your serving glasses. Using a rolling pin, muddle together for a few minutes, squashing the mint and the lime to release their flavour and allowing the sugar to dissolve into the juices.

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Step 2

Fill the glass to the brim with ice and pour over the rum

Step 3

using a long spoon give it a good mix to ensure the sugar has dissolved and then top up with soda water.

step 4

Garnish with extra mint leaves and serve with some cool straws.

Tools to make the job easier

How cool is this stainless steel rolling pin! Perfect for muddling those fresh limes. You can purchase this on AMAZON.

Set of 4 tall cocktail glasses

Set of 4 cocktail stirring spoons

Super cool stainless steel drinking straws

So now all thats left to do is grab your friends and give this Classic Mojito cocktail a try! Cheers!!

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Classic Mojitos

Grab some friends and try this classic refreshing mojito cocktail. Its sure to be a winner

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Author: Marie Muccio

Equipment

• Tall glasses
• Rolling pin

Ingredients

• 2 limes quartered
• 2 tbsp caster sugar
• small bunch fresh mint, leaves picked Reserve a few of the leaves for garnish
• 120 ml white rum
• soda water To top up your glasses

Instructions

• Divide the lime, sugar and mint between 2 tall serving glasses. Using a rolling pin, muddle together for a few minutes, squashing the mint and the lime to release their flavour and allowing the sugar to dissolve into the juices.
• Fill the glass to the brim with ice and pour over the rum
• Using a long spoon give it a good mix to ensure the sugar has dissolved then top up with soda water. Garnish with extra mint leaves.

Notes

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