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Two tall glasses filled with ice and mojitos, topped with mint leaves.
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Shortcut Classic Mojito Cocktail

This simple classic mojitos is special for at least two reasons: it provides a shortcut for muddling the mint leaves that loses none of the freshness, and includes a couple dashes of Angostura bitters to add depth flavor that will make this recipe your favorite version of all time.
Course Cocktails
Cuisine Cuban
Keyword classic mojito, Cuban cocktail
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 300.1kcal
Author Susan Pridmore

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces mint simple syrup Make your own, or purchase it.
  • 2 ounces white rum * see the Ingredient Notes in the post.
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 2 ounces club soda
  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters (optional, but worth it!)
  • mint sprig for garnish
  • lime slices for extra lime, if needed

Instructions

  • Fill a tall glass with ice. A Tom Collins glass is perfect for this cocktail.
  • In a cocktail shaker, combine the mint syrup, rum, lime juice, and a few ice cubes. Shake it like crazy, and strain into the glass.
  • Stir in a couple dashes of Angostura bitters, add the mint spring, and serve with lime slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glass | Calories: 300.1kcal | Carbohydrates: 44.8g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 45.9mg | Potassium: 71.2mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 42.2g | Vitamin A: 14.2IU | Vitamin C: 8.5mg | Calcium: 14.2mg | Iron: 2.1mg