Classic Mojito

Ingredients

• 

  Soda water
• 

  White rum

  2 oz
• 

  Fresh mint leaves
• 

  Fresh lime juice

  1 oz
• 

  White sugar

  2 tsp
• 

  Ice cubes
• 

  Lime slice

  for garnish (optional)
• 

  Mint sprig

  for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Muddle the mint leaves and sugar in a sturdy glass until the leaves breakdown and release their flavor.

2. 2

   Add lime juice and muddle a bit again.

3. 3

   Fill the glass with ice cubes and pour the rum over the ice.

4. 4

   Top up with soda water, stir well, and garnish with additional mint sprig and lime slice if desired.

5. 5

   Serve immediately.