19 · cocktail
Mojito
The combination of lime, sugar, and a crude form of rum can be traced back to the 15th century in Cuba, used as a tonic against scurvy. Over time, as the quality of rum improved, the Mojito became the global favourite it is today.
5MServes 15 Stepscocktailrumclassicbuiltmuddled
Ingredients
1
2 measures
White rum
8
Mint leaves
8
Lime wedges
2 tsp
Caster sugar
1 splash
Soda water
to top
1 glass
Crushed ice
1
Mint sprig
to garnish
You'll need
- Highball glass
- Rolling pin— for muddling
Method
1
Muddle
Place the mint leaves, lime wedges, and caster sugar in the bottom of a highball glass. Muddle firmly with a rolling pin until the lime has released its juice and the mint is fragrant.
Mint leavesLime wedgesCaster sugar
2
Add rum
Add the white rum and stir well.
White rum
3
Fill
Fill the glass with crushed ice and churn vigorously.
Crushed ice
4
Top
Top with more crushed ice and a splash of soda water.
Soda waterCrushed ice
5
Garnish
Garnish with a mint sprig.
Mint sprig