How to Make a Traditional Mojito

Learn to prepare a traditional Mojito

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fresh Mint
• Fresh Lime
• Sugar
• Club Soda
• Ice
• White/Light Rum
• Small Masher
• Tall Glass

1. In your tall glass add 12 mint leafs

2. Cut 1 lime in half and set aside.
   With remaining half of lime cut into four wedge, and add to the glass.

3. Add 4tsp of white granulated sugar

4. With your masher you are going to stomp on the mint and limes. The sugar will begin to dissolve in this process. Be sure to really bruise the fresh mint as this will allow the oils to escape.

5. Now add 1 1/2 ounces of white/light Rum.

6. Add Ice Cubes

7. Top of glass with club soda.

8. Mix
   
   Garnish with a lime wheel and a mint leaf.

Tips & Warnings

• This recipe does work well in large batches, to accommodate any party.
• Always Drink in Moderation
• Never Drink and Drive

[thimbletack]

on 9/20/2009 I don't drink but if i did i'd sure try this, sounds great, 5stars

[buzzard33]

on 9/18/2009 Great article. I really want to try one. 5 blue * and a recom for this article . Also a recom at your profile page. I'll put it in my favorites.

[jkelvey]

on 9/17/2009 A perfect description of a perfect drink!

[janemeyerwriter]

on 9/16/2009 I always wanted to know how to make mojito from scratch.

[ruf1950]

on 9/16/2009 Great recipe for a Mojito. 5*****