Minty Monster Mojito
Equipment
- Muddler
- Highball glasses
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 8 ounces white rum
- Juice of 4 limes
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 4 drops green food coloring
- 2 cups club soda
- Ice cubes
- 4 mint sprigs for garnish
- 4 lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Divide the mint leaves and sugar evenly among four glasses. Muddle them gently to release the mint oils.
- Add the lime juice and green food coloring to each glass. Stir to combine the color evenly.
- Pour 2 ounces of white rum into each glass and fill with ice cubes.
- Top each glass with club soda and stir lightly to mix.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a lime slice before serving.
Notes
Use fresh mint for the best flavor and muddle it just enough to avoid bitter notes. If the drink tastes too sweet, add an extra splash of lime juice. Prepare the muddled bases ahead of time and add the club soda right before guests arrive to keep the fizz.
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Muddler, Highball glasses, Spoon
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Muddler, Highball glasses, Spoon