Mojito Cuban Mint and Rum Cocktail

Transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked streets of Havana with this refreshing Mojito Cuban Mint and Rum Cocktail. Crafted with fresh mint leaves, zesty lime, and a touch of granulated sugar, this classic Cuban recipe achieves the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and fragrant flavors. White rum provides a smooth, robust base, while bubbly soda water adds a crisp effervescence. Ready in just 5 minutes, this easy mojito recipe is muddled to perfection, releasing the vibrant essence of mint and lime in every sip. Serve it over ice with a sprig of mint for garnish, and you’ll have the ultimate summertime cocktail or party favorite. Perfect for those seeking a traditional Cuban-inspired drink, this mojito will elevate your cocktail repertoire with its timeless charm and irresistible flavor profile.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
1 whole Lime
2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
2 ounces White rum
4 ounces Soda water
1 cup Ice cubes
1 sprig Mint sprig (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the mint leaves and sugar into a sturdy glass.

Step 2

Cut the lime into quarters and squeeze the juice from all quarters into the glass. Add the squeezed lime pieces into the glass as well.

Step 3

Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently muddle the mint, sugar, and lime together to release the mint's flavor and dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Fill the glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes.

Step 5

Pour in the white rum over the ice.

Step 6

Top off the drink with soda water and gently stir to combine.

Step 7

Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, and serve immediately with a straw or on its own.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(491.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	180.3

Total Fat 0.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 16.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 0.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 38.3mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 102.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 93.4%