When we think of staple summer cocktailsthe mojito is at the front of mind. Wonderfully simple to create, you only need 5 ingredients to make this refreshing, classic cocktailmaking it perfect to whip up when you need to bring the beach vibes to a too-hot summer day.
Read on for all of our tips on making this rum cocktailincluding the secret to take to your mojito from good to great. What is a mojito? Though there is no agreed upon origin story of the mojito, the refreshing cocktail most likely originated in Cuba.
It utilizes ingredients native to the island to make the drink, namely sugar cane, lime, and mint. How to make a classic mojito: The key to a good mojito is in the muddling. After adding the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and mint to a glass, muddle the leaves for 15 to 20 seconds.
You want to muddle the mint just enough so that the leaves emit their natural oils, but not so much that they bruise or break into pieces. Do I need a muddler? You can use a wooden spoon or any other kitchen tool that could be used to mash and grind in a glass.
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