Rum · Classic · IBA official recipe
Mojito
A refreshing, minty classic with white rum and lime.
- Glass
- Rocks glass
- Technique
- Stirred
- Strength
- 20% ABV (estimated)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- 5 min
This light and zesty cocktail balances the crisp acidity of fresh lime with the herbal coolness of mint. White rum provides a smooth, neutral base that lets the botanicals shine, while a touch of sugar rounds out the edges. Finished with a gentle pour of soda water, it is a thirst-quenching drink that feels effortless to make. Best served well-chilled in a rocks glass, it is a staple for warm evenings or whenever you need a bright, palate-cleansing sip.
Ingredients
Method
Place the mint sprigs, sugar, and lime juice into a shaker or mixing glass.
Mint Sprig 6 Sugar 10 ml0.3 oz1 cl Lime Juice 20 ml0.7 oz2 clGently muddle the ingredients to release the mint oils and dissolve the sugar.
Add the white rum and fill the glass with ice.
White Rum 45 ml1½ oz4.5 clTop up with soda water and give the drink a light stir to combine.
Soda Water top upGarnish with fresh mint sprigs and a lime slice before serving.
Garnish: Sprigs of mint and slice of lime
