Mojito Recipe
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This Mojito Recipe made with a lime simple syrup is the perfect drink to enjoy this summer. It is light and refreshing and is made in minutes to enjoy poolside. Making this one of my all-time favorite Mojito recipes and it is made simply at home!
Mojito Recipe
Mojitos are one of my favorite drinks to enjoy during the summer. It may have something to do with my herb garden exploding with the mint leaves or the fact that I just can’t get enough of the combination of lime and mint. Whatever it is, this Mojito cocktail with a lime simple syrup is the drink you will fall in love with all summer long. As an added bonus you can even make a non-alcoholic mojito for the kids!
Love summer drinks? Try our Shirley Temple or our Tequila Sunrise.
What will I need to make this Mojito recipe?
You will need the following ingredients:
- Ice
- Limes for juice
- Sugar
- Water
- Light rum
- Lime juice
- Mint leaves
You will need the following supplies
- Measuring cups, jigger
- Tall glass
- Small saucepan
- Wooden spoon or stir utensil
- Muddler (spoon)
How to Make a Mojito
- To make the simple syrup, combine the water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a low simmer. Stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Once sugar is completely dissolved stir in lime juice.
- Remove from heat and set aside. Allow the simple syrup to cool completely. This can be done a few days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- To Make Mojito: add 3-5 mint leaves to the bottom of a tall glass, and muddle the leaves to release the mint oil.
- Add ice to the glass.
- Add lime juice, lime simple syrup, and rum to the glass.
- Top with sparkling water
- Stir to combine
- Top with extra mint leaves and a few slices of lime
- Sit back and enjoy!
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- Get creative with the sparkling water. I typically use Plain sparkling water, add lime, cucumber, and even passion fruit are all delicious to use as well. It’s fun to experiment.
- You could swap out the rum for vodka or tequila if you prefer.
- You could also use plain simple syrup instead of lime simple syrup if that is your preference.
- Short on time? Buy simple syrup at the store and use that instead.
- If you are serving this at a party you can make a large batch and keep it in a pitcher. Unless you are pouring the drinks immediately from the pitcher, you will want to wait to add the sparkling water until the drink will be served.
Storage
This drink is best enjoyed right away after you add in the sparkling water.
If you would like to make a big batch and store it for later you can mix together the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup and place it in the fridge.
When you are ready to serve you would then want to add the sparkling water.
You can make the lime simple syrup ahead of time.
As far as everything else, I try to make the drink right before serving it for the best results. If you do want to make it ahead of time, mix all the ingredients except for the sparking water. Add this right before serving.
Yes, if you have any leftover lime simple syrup you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Yes, you can make mojitos without a muddler. You can use a spoon, the bottom of a wooden spoon, a mortar and pestle, or a wooden skewer.
Sure, you can make a non-alcoholic mojito. Just omit the alcohol.
Mojito Recipe
This Mojito Recipe made with a lime simple syrup is the perfect drink to enjoy this summer. It is light and refreshing and is made in minutes to enjoy poolside. Making this one of my all-time favorite Mojito recipes and it is made simply at home!
Ingredients
- For Simple Syrup
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup of water
- 1 cup of sugar
- For the Mojito
- Mint leaves
- 1 ounce lime simple syrup
- 2 ounces light rum
- 1 ounce lime juice
- Sparkling water
- Garnish
- Mint leaves
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- To make the simple syrup, combine the water, and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a low simmer. Stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Once sugar is completely dissolved stir in lime juice.
- Remove from heat and set aside. Allow the simple syrup to cool completely. This can be done a few days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- To Make Mojito: add 3-5 mint leaves to the bottom of a tall glass, and muddle the leaves to release the mint oil.
- Add ice to the glass.
- Add lime juice, lime simple syrup, and rum to the glass.
- Top with sparkling water
- Stir to combine
- Top with extra mint leaves and a few slices of lime
- Sit back and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 2322Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 34mgCarbohydrates: 546gFiber: 6gSugar: 527gProtein: 2g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
