THE REAL MOJITO

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Considered Cuba's national drink, this lime and rum cocktail is a favorite with pirates, swashbucklers, and colorful characters in the Caribbean and beyond. From All Recipes.

Provided by Cucina Casalingo

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 fresh mint leaves
1/2 lime, cut into 4 wedges
2 tablespoons white sugar (or to taste)
1 cup ice cube
1 1/2 fluid ounces white rum
1/2 cup club soda

Steps:

  • Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass.
  • Use a muddler to crush the mint and lime to release the mint oils and lime juice.
  • Add 2 more lime wedges and the sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice.
  • Do not strain the mixture.
  • Fill the glass almost to the top with ice.
  • Pour the rum over the ice, and fill the glass with carbonated water.
  • Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired.
  • Garnish with the remaining lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 28.7, Carbohydrate 28.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 25.7, Protein 0.2

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