Classic Cuban Mojito Recipe

This classic Cuban mojito is a refreshingly sweet, minty, and citrusy cocktail made with mint leaves, cane sugar, Cuban white rum, and fresh lime. Just 5 ingredients and so easy to make!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon white cane sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 6 mint leaves ( plus more for garnish)
• 2 ounces Cuban white rum (room temperature)
• 4 ounces Club soda
• Ice cubes
• Lime slices for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a highball glass, add the cane sugar and lime juice. Gently stir until the sugar is dissolved.
2. 2Add the mint leaves to the bottom of the glass. Gently muddle the mint leaves with a muddler until the mint leaves release their oils (you'll smell it!).
3. 3Pour in the white rum and stir to combine with the lime, sugar, and mint.
4. 4Fill the glass with ice then top off the drink with club soda.
5. 5Garnish with mint sprigs and lime wedges/slices.