Classic Mojito

Name: Classic Mojito
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Cuba
Ingredients: 2 cl of lime; 7 leaves of mint; 2 tsp of sugar; 4 cl of white rum; crushed ice; sparkling water; Wedges of lime

5,01 review

This Cuban cocktail combines white rum, lime, sugar, mint and club soda. 🍋 The mint should be muddled gently so it doesn't release any bitterness.

Total time: 10 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: –
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €3.50

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 7

servings

Estimated cost €3.50

Equipment

Cocktail glasses
Muddler
Bar spoon

Instructions

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In the cocktail glass, add the mint leaves and superfine sugar.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

160kcal

Protein0 g0%
Carbs10 g100%
Fat0 g0%

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

🍹 For an even more refreshing Mojito, you can freeze club soda in ice cube trays before making the cocktail. That way, when you add the ice cubes, they won't dilute the drink and will keep your Mojito nice and cold until the last sip. 🧊🌿

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Freezing alters the texture and flavor, and the carbonation would be lost.

Storage : How long does it keep?

The flavors (mint, lime) degrade quickly. Ice dilutes the cocktail if made in advance.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Same day

The cocktail must be made fresh for the best quality and to avoid dilution from the ice.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable, it is a refreshing drink served cold.

Variations

Alcohol-free version: leave out the rum and top up with more club soda.
Add a few strawberries muddled with the mint for a fruity mojito.
Use an amber rum for a rounder mojito.

Mistakes to avoid

Crushing the mint too hard: it releases bitterness. Muddle it gently.
Not dissolving the sugar: it stays at the bottom of the glass. Mix it with the lime juice before adding the ice.
Pouring in the club soda before the ice: the bubbles escape. Top up last.

Frequently asked questions

How do I muddle mint without bitterness?

Gently press the leaves with the sugar to release their essential oils, without tearing or grinding them. Too much pressure brings out chlorophyll, which makes the mojito bitter. A few turns of the muddler are enough.

Can I make a mojito without alcohol?

Yes, it's a virgin mojito: keep the mint, sugar, lime and crushed ice, leave out the rum and top up with club soda. You get a fresh, tangy drink, ideal for all your guests.

Which sugar should I use for a mojito?

Superfine sugar dissolves more easily than sugar cubes or coarse crystals. Mix it with the mint, then the lime juice, before adding the ice, so it is fully dissolved.

Can I make a mojito without a cocktail muddler?

Yes, use the handle of a wooden spoon or a wooden rolling pin to gently crush the mint in the glass. The key is to press without grinding the leaves so you keep a fresh flavor.