In a medium-sized lowball glass or highball, add 6 mint leaves, lime wedges, and 2 tablespoons sugar, adding ½ lime at a a time. Muddle until lime juice is released and mint is fragrant. You can also use simple syrup for a Mojito! Use 1 ½ ounces simple syrup, which equates to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. The best ice for a mojito: crushed vs cubes Fun Flavors: You can customize a mojito quite easily! I love this classic version, but if you’re craving something sweeter, definitely try this Blueberry Mojito, made with fresh blueberries! Ice cubes– You can used crushed ice or ice cubes, whichever you prefer. (Crushed ice melts faster, so I generally prefer ice cubes.)

Gently mash the mint a few times with a muddler (or the bottom of the wooden spoon) to release the oils from the mint. Muddling is a technique used in drinks to gently mash herbs or fruit to release their juices. You can do this with the bottom of a wooden spoon or with a proper muddler. Either way will work!Britvic mixers also ranked highly, with top 10 positions, in both Trending and Bestselling mixers by Drinks International, as certified by bartenders and staff from venues around the world. Simple syrup– This requires a combination of granulated sugar, water, mint leaves, and lime juice. See how it all comes together below. Serve it chilled.Mojitos that are served extra chilled and cold go down so much smoother. Just make sure you chill the simple syrup fully! It’s simple to whip up a classic Mojito in the glass. But if you’re having a party, how do you make enough drinks for the crowd? Try a Mojito pitcher! This way you don’t have to muddle mint every time (though you can, if you’d like!). The key to making the BEST mojito is the simple syrup! It’s incredibly easy and can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for later!

White rum– If you don’t have any rum you could use vodka, but for a classic mojito this is a key ingredient.Adaptable: You can use this recipe to make individual drinks, or a pitcher to share with friends and family. Whether you’re preparing a drink to relax with at the end of the day, or prepping for a party, this mint mojito recipe is perfect! Add 2 ounces rum and swirl. Add a handful of ice and top with 2 ounces club soda. Stir once or twice to incorporate and garnish with additional mint and lime wedges.