Ricetta classica del mojito cubano

Ingredienti

• 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

Preparazione

1. 1

   In a highball glass, add the cane sugar and lime juice. Gently stir until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Add 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. 3

   Pour in the white rum and stir to combine with the lime, sugar, and mint.

4. 4

   Fill the glass with ice then top off the drink with club soda.

5. 5

   Garnish with mint sprigs and lime wedges/slices.