How to Make an Authentic Mexican Mojito

So you've been to Mexico, had the best mojitos you've ever tasted, and are now at a loss on how to make them at home? Have no fear. This recipe will get you as close to an authentic mojito as I have tasted.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Raw cane sugar
• 1 lime
• 4 mint leaves
• 2 ounces rum or vodka
• 2 ounces club soda
• Ice, preferably crushed
• Collins glass
• Fruit juicer
• Muddler

1. Place the mint leaves in the glass. Make sure you rinse them before using!

2. Squeeze the juice out of the lime with a juicer, and pour juice over the mint leaves. It is easier to get the juice out of the lime after you roll it on a counter. If you don't have a juicer, just cut the lime in half and squeeze each side well.

3. Add the sugar and gently smash the mint leaves with the muddler. If you don't have a muddler, you can use the back of a spoon or the handle of a knife to crush the mint leaves.

4. Add the ice, liquor and stir.

5. Top it off with the club soda and serve!

[makaksa]

on 6/28/2009 This sounds perfect right now! Thanks for the recipe.

[ponchomeg]

on 6/27/2009 I must try it! 5*

[jcoolcash11]

on 6/27/2009 Mojitos are one of my favorite drinks! Thanks RRCR5*

[tnpos]

on 6/25/2009 I want a drink. 5 for this