mojito recipe with vodka

Mojito Recipe

This Mojito Recipe is the ultimate refreshing cocktail that perfectly balances sweetness, citrus, and mint. Originating from Cuba, the mojito combines fresh lime, mint, sugar, rum, and club soda for a crisp, cooling drink ideal for hot summer days or any festive gathering. Find more healthy and tasty Mojito Recipe ideas here.

classic mojito recipe
classic mojito recipe

Ingredients

  • 10 fresh mint leaves
  • ½ medium lime, cut into 3 wedges, divided
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar (or to taste)
  • 1 cup ice cubes (as needed)
  • 1 ½ fluid ounces white rum
  • ½ cup club soda (or as needed)

How to Make

  • Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass. Use a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon to crush and release the mint oils and lime juice.
  • Add the remaining lime wedges and sugar. Muddle again to extract all the lime juice and mix well — don’t strain the mixture.
  • Fill the glass almost to the top with ice cubes.
  • Pour in white rum, then top with club soda.
  • Stir gently, taste, and adjust sweetness with more sugar if needed.
  • Garnish with extra mint leaves or a lime wedge for the perfect finish.
Mojito Recipe
Mojito Recipe

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Servings: 1
  • Yield: 1 cocktail