Muddled Citrus Haitian Breeze

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A refreshing cocktail combining the zesty brightness of lime with tropical Haitian-inspired flavors, perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and rum warmth. This Caribbean recipe, ready in about 5 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 180 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 6 fresh mint leaves and 3/4 oz simple syrup into a mixing glass and gently muddle to release the mint oils without tearing the leaves.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz white rum and 1 oz fresh lime juice into the mixing glass.
  3. Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with crushed ice to the top and stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and slightly dilute.
  4. Step 4: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a highball glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
  5. Step 5: Top the drink with 2 oz club soda and stir lightly to combine.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a thin lime wheel slotted on the rim.

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