Mojito Recipe

If you’re in the mood for a fun summer drink, this mint mojito recipe is just what you need! It’s refreshing, delicious, and super easy to make.

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When life gives you mint leaves, what do you make? This mint mojito recipe!

When Jack and I planted our little back deck garden this summer, I immediately started wondering, “What am I going to do with all this mint?!” The basil looked good, the eggplant was thriving, but the luscious, leafy mint plants were the cream of the crop. This summer, I’ve been tossing mint into salads and blending it into pesto like crazy, but I wanted to find a way to really showcase the pretty, aromatic leaves. A mint mojito recipe seemed like the perfect solution.

For the last few weeks, I’ve been making this classic rum cocktail nonstop. The combination of herbaceous mint, tart lime, and fizzy soda water is so refreshing. I love how pretty it is too. Garnished with mint leaves and a lime wedge, this mojito looks like a fancy drink you’d get at a restaurant or bar. But in fact, it’s easy to make at home! If you ask me, there’s no better way to cool off on a hot summer day.

Mojito Recipe Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this mint mojito recipe:

Fresh mint – The star of this classic cocktail! You’ll muddle some mint leaves to infuse the drink with flavor and add more to your glass for garnish.
White rum – Jack and I are fans of 10 Cane and Bacardi Silver Rum, but any white rum would work here. Feel free to use your favorite!
Fresh lime juice – It adds bright, tart flavor. Always, always use freshly squeezed lime juice in this mojito recipe.
Simple syrup – Classic mojito recipes call for sugar, but I like to use simple syrup in its place. It streamlines the recipe, as you don’t need to muddle the sugar with the lime and mint. Simple syrup keeps for several weeks in the fridge, so I like to keep it on hand for anytime I’m in the mood for a fun drink.
Club soda or sparkling water – It balances the tart lime and alcohol and gives the cocktail a fun fizz.
Ice – You can’t make a cool, refreshing mojito without it!

Find the complete recipe with measurements below.

How to Make a Mojito

Ready to learn how to make a mojito? Here’s what you need to do:

First, muddle the mint. Place it in the bottom of a cocktail shaker and use a cocktail muddler to press it until it becomes aromatic. When you’re muddling the mint, your goal isn’t to pulverize it or crush it. Instead, just bruise it slightly to help it release its fragrant oils. This should only take a few taps with your muddler!

Second, shake! Add the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice to the cocktail shaker, and shake it vigorously until the ingredients are completely combined and chilled.

Then, strain your mojito. Strain the contents of the cocktail shaker over a glass filled with ice. Top your glass with soda water, and garnish it with lime slices and more fresh mint sprigs.

Finally, taste and adjust. This step is essential anytime you’re making a cocktail at home. It gives you a chance to customize your drink to your tastes, finding a balance of flavors you really love. If you prefer a tarter mojito, add an extra squeeze of lime juice. If you want it sweeter, stir in a bit more simple syrup. Not strong enough? Well, you know what to do.

Enjoy!

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Equipment

Cocktail Shaker
Cocktail Glasses

Ingredients

5 mint leaves, more for garnish
2 ounces white rum
1 ounce fresh lime juice
½ ounce simple syrup
Ice
Club soda or sparkling water
Lime slices, for garnish

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Instructions

Lightly muddle the mint in the bottom of a cocktail shaker until aromatic. Add the rum, lime juice, simple syrup, a handful of ice and shake.
Strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with a splash of club soda and garnish with lime slices and more mint.

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Mary V.
09.01.2023

My husband and I have mint in our garden as well and have enjoyed these refreshing mojitos very much this summer! Thank you for sharing your receipe.
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  09.05.2023
  I’m so glad you loved it!
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Eric Weinkein
07.27.2023

Excellent, I made 2, I have never shaken mine before, but loved it! I do think i added too much club soda at the end… probably 4 oz.?
I think 1 -2 would be about right 🙂
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Tana
07.09.2023

First time making mojitos, but I love to drink them! This has an authentic taste and easy-to-follow directions. I’ll definitely make this again! My son muddled strawberries and added to his glass. Very tasty also!
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Joan
05.07.2023
This sounds so good I also have plenty of mint in the garden so will be trying this soon let you know how it is thanks for sharing can’t wait to try it
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K
03.31.2023
Would be nice to know the size glass you are using since it says to top off with club soda.
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- Phoebe Moore (L&L Recipe Developer)
  03.31.2023
  Hi, we usually make these in 12 oz glasses. We don’t give an exact measurement for the club soda because it will depend on how strong you like your cocktail, the size of your ice, etc. Taste and adjust to find your preferred balance of flavors!
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Carmen
03.08.2023

I am wondering if I could make this recipe for a party? For about 20 guests? Is there a way to do that? Thanks!!!!
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Sabrina
02.17.2023

Yummy! I made this for my mom and aunt and they loved it. They said it was well balanced. Thank you for an excellent recipe!
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  02.20.2023
  I’m so glad everyone loved it!
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PJ
05.20.2022

I made it for a couple of family members, they liked it…I’m not much of an alcohol drinker, enjoyed my sip….the directions were very clear and easy to follow. I have plenty of fresh mint in my garden. I made simple syrup for the first time ever by following directions in recipe link and it was very easy too, it is nice that I have plenty to use for more drinks that call for it later. Thanks for sharing.
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  05.20.2022
  I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
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Carol
12.05.2021

Excellent!! Even got 5 stars from my bartender friend!
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  12.06.2021
  Yay, I’m so happy to hear that!
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Michelle Bingaman
08.15.2021

Where did you get the glass measure thing
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  08.16.2021
  crate & barrel
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Anurag Sharma
05.21.2021

Mojito is my favourite drink.Thank you for sharing the recipe.
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Stephanie
04.03.2021
Where can I buy the shaker you used?
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  04.03.2021
  Hi Stephanie, I got it at Crate & Barrel about 4 years ago as part of a cocktail set. I don’t see it on their website, but you might try asking about it at the store.
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thuonghailongvan
07.25.2020

I love all your recipes. Your healthy banana bread is delicious and moist. Thanks for sharing this post!
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Sabrina from newkitchenlife.com
07.21.2020

yay for mojitos, good idea, I haven’t made or even had one in a few years, but a perfect summer cocktail, so thank you!
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Raine
07.20.2020

It’s HOT today where I am and I was just lamenting that I forgot to order tonic water with this week’s groceries. You know what I do have? All those ingredients up there! Cocktail hour saved!
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Polina
07.19.2020

Lovely refreshing drink for a hot summer day!! Thank you for sharing!
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Bill
07.19.2020
This needs to be made without alcohol. Are there any changes to be made?
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  07.19.2020
  Hi Bill, you could use all of the other ingredients and just adjust to taste. Rum is a little sweet, so you might want to add more of the simple syrup, depending on your preference. For another variation, you could try adding some ginger juice.
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Diane
07.19.2020
I love all your recipe. Your Healthy Banana bread is so delicious and moist, my husband asks me to do it over and over. Thanks
I translate in French the Banana bread recipe and I give it to some of my friends and they love it to
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Emily Eresuma
07.19.2020

Sorry I didn’t mean to mark it three stars.
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- Jeanine Donofrio
  07.19.2020
  ha ha, it’s ok :). They’re the Cast Everyday Glasses from Food 52
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