Citrus-Mint Mojito with Hand-Muddled Fresh Ingredients

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A vibrant mojito blending fresh mint, lime, and a splash of soda water for a crisp, refreshing cocktail. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 10 fresh mint leaves and 1 oz fresh lime juice into a sturdy mixing glass and gently muddle to release oils without tearing the leaves.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz white rum and 3/4 oz simple syrup, then fill the glass halfway with crushed ice.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and combine flavors.
  4. Step 4: Fill a highball glass with crushed ice, strain the muddled mixture over it.
  5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir lightly to incorporate.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and a fresh mint sprig placed upright in the glass.

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