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How to Make a Mojito
The Mojito is one of the world’s most refreshing cocktails—light, crisp, and perfectly balanced. Originating in Cuba, this classic drink combines fresh mint, lime, sugar, rum, and sparkling water to create a timeless favorite. Whether you’re making one drink or serving a crowd, mastering the mojito is a must for any home bartender.
This guide walks you through exact steps, ingredients, tips, and variations to help you make a perfect mojito every time.
What Is a Mojito?
A mojito is a traditional Cuban highball cocktail known for its bright citrus flavor, cooling mint aroma, and fizzy finish. Unlike heavier cocktails, mojitos are refreshing, low in alcohol intensity, and ideal for warm weather.
Classic Mojito Ingredients
To make an authentic mojito, you’ll need just a few fresh ingredients:
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Fresh mint leaves (10–12, spearmint preferred)
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Fresh lime (½ lime, cut into wedges)
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White sugar or simple syrup (2 teaspoons)
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White rum (1½–2 oz)
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Club soda or sparkling water
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Ice cubes
Step-by-Step: How to Make a Mojito
Step 1: Muddle the Mint and Lime
Place mint leaves and lime wedges into a sturdy glass. Gently muddle to release the lime juice and mint oils. Do not over-muddle—bruising the mint is enough.
Step 2: Add Sweetener
Add sugar or simple syrup and stir until mostly dissolved. This balances the lime’s acidity.
Step 3: Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on preference.
Step 4: Pour the Rum
Add white rum over the ice. Traditional mojitos use light Cuban-style rum.
Step 5: Top with Soda
Fill the glass with club soda or sparkling water.
Step 6: Stir and Garnish
Stir gently from bottom to top. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel.
Mojito Ratio (Perfect Balance)
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½ lime
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10–12 mint leaves
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2 teaspoons sugar
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1½–2 oz white rum
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Soda to top
This ratio creates a refreshing, not overly sweet cocktail.
Common Mojito Mistakes to Avoid
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Over-muddling mint → causes bitterness
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Using bottled lime juice → dull flavor
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Adding too much sugar → masks freshness
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Skipping garnish → aroma matters
Mojito Variations to Try
Once you master the classic, experiment with these twists:
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Virgin Mojito: Skip the rum
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Low-Carb Mojito: Use monk fruit or erythritol
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Fruit Mojito: Add strawberries, mango, or pineapple
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Coconut Mojito: Use coconut rum or coconut water
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Frozen Mojito: Blend with ice
Best Rum for Mojitos
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Bacardi Superior
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Havana Club (where available)
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Flor de Caña
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Don Q Cristal
Choose a light, clean rum to let the mint and lime shine.
Final Thoughts
Learning how to make a mojito is simple, but perfecting it is an art. With fresh ingredients, gentle technique, and balanced flavors, you can create a mojito that rivals any cocktail bar.
Whether you’re entertaining guests or relaxing at home, a well-made mojito is always a refreshing choice.
- Fresh mint leaves
- Bitters
- Limes, quartered
- Ice
- White/light rum
- Guarapo (sugar cane juice)
- Club Soda
Muddle 5-6 mint leaves, 3 drops bitters, and 3 lime quarters in the bottom of a tall mojito glass.
Fill the glass to the top with ice.
Add 2 ounces light rum.
Fill the remainder of mojito glass with guarapo, leaving ½" at top of glass. Top off with club soda.
Cover the glass and shake vigorously for 4-5 seconds. Serve with straw. Garnish with lime wedge and sugarcane stick. The mojito is done.....enjoy and refresh !
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