Elsie's Mojito Recipe

Hi friends! It's no secret around here that a classic mojito is my favorite cocktail. I tried for years to mix the perfect mojito, following recipes online, and had resolved that it was just too hard to get perfect at home. On a whim, I gave it one more try with simple syrup instead of granulated sugar and adding extra lemon and lime juice... behold! I finally had the perfect at-home mojito recipe. I hope you enjoy it too... 

You'll Need... Rum, Club Soda, Simple Syrup (you can also make your own, see below), Fresh mint, Lemons and Limes. You'll need a shot glass for measuring too.

For one tall glass: Add one shot of rum. Add half a shot of simple syrup (you can always add more at the end if it's not sweet enough for your taste). Squeeze juice from 1/2 a lemon and 1/2 a lime. Add a slice or two of lemon and lime and several broken mint leaves. Muddle the mint leaves in the bottom of your glass with a spoon. Add ice and top off with club soda. Garnish with a few extra mint leaves. Stir with a spoon and enjoy! Repeat for additional servings.

This recipe is not very strong (that's how I prefer it). For a more stout version, add an extra half or whole shot of rum. I've also made virgin versions for my non-drinking friends! Just add a little extra lemon juice instead of the rum, it tastes like a minty lemonade! 

To make your own simple syrup: Simmer equal parts water and sugar over low/medium heat for 15 to 18 minutes. Store in a sealed container in your refrigerator. This can last for several months.Happy cocktail making! xoxo. Elsie

Comments

[Natasha Fatah]

Looks totally refreshing!

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[Christine - Black Oak Vintage]

Mmm, I love mojitos too! Can't wait to try your recipe

[Mandy]

So, I could go for about 4 of those right now. MMMMMMojitos.

[Diana]

Looks delicious. So great!

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[Rosie]

Don't tempt me, I have all those ingredients (bar the syrup) sat in my kitchen right now! So making one of these tomorrow evening! :)

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[eskimo*rose]

Gasp! The kids have been running me ragged this week,I need one of those RIGHT NOW!! So pretty ... I just realised what a photogenic drink it is ... so multi talented, delish and pretty ;o)

[Luu]

Hmmm. looks delicious. Like ice tea :) perfect fresh drink!

[Beth]

I'm going to have to show this to my mum, we both LOVE Mojitos! They are so refreshing and on a hot day you can't help but get a bit squiffy!
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[eeny]

I love mojitos, too. and i am totally with you on the not so strong version. =)

[Ms. Kate]

I love Mijitos too! But I make mine with a dash of 100% pure maple syrup.Yum!

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[Elizabeth Beattie]

Love!

[Leanne]

I've made simple syrup from scratch for mojitos and steeped mint and lime zest for a few minutes after the sugar dissolves. Strain, excellent flavor!

[Joanne]

I want to try this.

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[Julienne]

I know the trials of making a good mojito. That was my drink of choice for my 25th birthday party and I believe that the first couple of batches had chunks of sugar in it, but once the party got going nobody cared.

I'll try your recipe next time ;)

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[Leigh Ann]

Must have simple syrup!

[Jess]

Perfect! Mojitos are my absolute favourite but I've never been able to get them right at home. Will definitely be trying this!

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[Rachel]

I love mojitos, I'll have to try out your recipe next time!

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[rory]

Yum yum!!! I'm only 16, so I drink virgin mojitos.They're so DELISH :)
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[Logan]

Great photos!

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[Sarah Joy]

I've never tried a Mojito before, but they sound so yummy! I love a bit of lemon, mint and lime. Definitely on my to-do list :)