Classic Mojito Recipe
This is the classic mojito recipe we made on repeat behind the bar. Fresh mint, lime, simple syrup, and white rum. Ready in 5 minutes.
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 181kcal
Ingredients
- 6 mint leaves stems removed
- 1 lime cut into wedges (or 1 ounce of fresh lime juice)
- ½ ounce simple syrup
- 2 ounces white rum
- Ice
- Club soda
- Mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Add the mint, lime wedges, and simple syrup to a tall glass. Muddle together just enough to release the lime juice and mint oils.
- Pour in the rum and fill the glass with ice. Top with club soda and give everything a stir.
- Garnish with a mint spring and lime wheel. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Natural sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, and stevia can be substituted for simple syrup if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 181 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 0.3 g | Fat: 0.1 g | Saturated Fat: 0.01 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04 g | Sodium: 23 mg | Potassium: 72 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 11 g | Vitamin A: 227 IU | Vitamin C: 10 mg | Calcium: 21 mg | Iron: 1 mg