MOJITO DEL SOL

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This is a fabulous Mojito recipe that makes enough for 4 glasses. I usually double or triple the recipe and serve it in a glass pitcher that is garnished with mint leaves. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo! This Mojito can be made with either white or gold rum but don't leave out the bitters. ¡Vivas!

Provided by NcMysteryShopper

Categories     Beverages

Time 6m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 -15 small fresh mint sprigs, plus 4 more for garnish
1/4 cup sugar, plus
2 tablespoons sugar, sifted (can use superfine sugar)
1/2 cup fresh lime juice, chilled
3/4 cup white rum or 3/4 cup golden rum, chilled
8 dashes Angostura bitters
2 cups club soda, chilled
crushed ice

Steps:

  • In a large container or bowl, muddle mint with sugar until the mint is coarsely chopped and the sugar has turned a shade of green.
  • Add lime juice, rum and bitters and stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Strain into a small pitcher.
  • Pour into iced tea or mojito glasses that are filled about 1/3 with crushed ice and top each drink with 1/2 cup of the club soda. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.

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