Classic White Rum Mojito with Fresh Mint and Lime
A refreshing Cuban cocktail combining white rum, zesty lime, and fresh mint leaves for a crisp and invigorating drink perfect for warm days. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime juice, fresh mint leaves 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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz (about 1 lime) fresh lime juice
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 cup crushed ice
- 1, for garnish lime wedge
- 1, for garnish mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 10 fresh mint leaves and 1 oz simple syrup into a sturdy glass. Gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to release the mint's aroma without tearing the leaves.
- Step 2: Add 1 oz fresh lime juice and 2 oz white rum to the glass, stirring briefly to combine.
- Step 3: Fill the glass with 1 cup crushed ice and top with 2 oz club soda, stirring gently to incorporate all ingredients.
- Step 4: Garnish with 1 lime wedge and 1 sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately with a straw for sipping.






