Mojito Recipe with Simple Syrup
Servings: 2 Servings
Ingredients
- 16 mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup ice plus more for serving
- 6 ounces simple syrup
- 4 ounces white rum
- 4 ounces club soda
- 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Place mint leaves and granulated sugar into a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler to gently bruise the mint leaves.16 mint leaves, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- Next, add the ice, simple syrup, rum, club soda, and lime juice. Gently shake to combine.1 cup ice, 6 ounces simple syrup, 4 ounces white rum, 4 ounces club soda, 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- Pour into a cocktail glass over ice without straining. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 (8-ounce) mojito cocktail. Actual calories will vary.
Nutrition Facts
Mojito Recipe with Simple Syrup
Serving Size
8 Ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
388
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.02
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.04
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.01
g
Sodium
71
mg
3
%
Potassium
135
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
70
g
23
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
67
g
74
%
Protein
0.4
g
1
%
Vitamin A
354
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
41
mg
4
%
Iron
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
