The Real Mojito

The Real Mojito

the perfect homemade mojito

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 0m
Total Time: 5m
Servings: 1
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (15 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

203
calories
0.1g
fat
28.5g
carbohydrates
0.2g
protein
0mg
cholesterol
11.4mg
sodium
The Real Mojito

Recipe Description

Looking for the perfect homemade mojito recipe? You are just a few steps away from The Real Mojito! Minty-fresh and citrusy flavors, as well as the combination of tart and sweet in this vibrant cocktail, make it just perfect.   

This simple and perfectly balanced cocktail starts with a few fresh ingredients plus sugar, ice, club soda, and of course, white rum. Place the mint leaves and a lime wedge in the bottom of a sturdy glass. Using a muddler, gently mash to release the oil from the mint and juice from the lime. Add two more lime wedges and sugar and muddle again. You don’t need to strain the mixture. Just add in the ice cubes and pour in the rum. Top with a splash of club soda, and you are good to go.     

To make the The Real Mojito, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for The Real Mojito

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Muddle mint and lime

    2 min
    Step 1 - The Real Mojito

    Place 10 fresh mint leaves and 1 lime wedge in the bottom of a sturdy glass. Using a muddler, mash to release mint oils and lime juice.

  2. 2

    Add sugar and more lime

    2 min
    Step 2 - The Real Mojito

    Add in the remaining lime wedges and 2 tablespoons sugar and muddle again. Don’t strain the mixture.

  3. 3

    Add ice, rum and club soda

    1 min
    Step 3 - The Real Mojito

    Fill your glass almost to the top with 1 cup ice cubes. Pour in 1 ½ fluid ounces white rum and top with ½ cup club soda.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Step 4 - The Real Mojito

    Stir and taste. Add more sugar if needed. Enjoy!

You will only need a few ingredients to make The Real Mojito recipe. Light and refreshing, this is the perfect cocktail to sip on with friends and family at any celebration. Give this recipe a try, and be sure to leave a comment with your thoughts.

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (15 reviews)
Olivia
October 11, 2024
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Amazing! I made this mojito for my husband's birthday, and it was a hit! The mint made it so refreshing. It's now our go-to drink for summer BBQs!

Zachary Johnson
October 6, 2024
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I made the Real Mojito for my wife's birthday. It was such a hit at the party. The mint and lime blended so well together. I never thought I could make such a delicious cocktail at home. Easy steps and great flavor. Highly recommend.

Quintero
September 14, 2024
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Hice este mojito para una fiesta en casa y fue un exito total. Super fácil y sabe delicioso, me volví fan. La gente lo amó.

Amy Johnson
August 25, 2024
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This mojito is a family hit! My kids love it without rum!

Olivia Carter
July 30, 2024
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OMG, this mojito is the bomb! Made it for my girls' night and everyone was raving. So simple to whip up and super refreshing! Will def be making this again, cheers!

Sarah Jenkins
May 16, 2024
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So easy! Made this for my husband; loved it.

Ursula
April 24, 2024
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So easy! My kids loved mixing the fresh mint and lime. We made these mojitos for our family BBQ, and they were a hit! Will def make again.

Quinn
March 13, 2024
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Mojito makin' was so easy! I had a few friends over, and we slayed this fresh drink. The minty vibes mixed with lime is a total game changer. Definitely a summer hit!

Isabella
October 14, 2023
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I tried The Real Mojito for a family BBQ, and it was such a hit! Everyone loved the fresh mint and lime flavors. It’s so simple to make, perfect for a summer day. I felt proud serving this cocktail to my friends, can't wait to make it again!

Olivia
October 5, 2023
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This mojito was a hit at our family BBQ!

Megan
October 1, 2023
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Superb!

Olive84
August 19, 2023
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Fantastic!

Nathan Smith
June 2, 2022
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Yo, this mojito recipe is just lit! Made it for a fam BBQ last week, and they loved it. The mint really pops and it's super easy. I'm def gonna whip this up again for our next get-together.

Aly
May 31, 2022
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I made this mojito for a small gathering and everyone loved it. The mint really freshens everything up. Reminds me of summers spent with friends at the beach.

Athina
May 3, 2022
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This is a real mojito drink like at the bar. Awesome!

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