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Nothing says Miami like an ice-cold mojito! Learn how to make the perfect mojito for the beach or backyard this summer.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 2 oz lime juice
  • 3 oz light rum
  • 3 leaves fresh mint
  • 3 oz club soda

Preparation:

Place the mint leaves in a mojito glass and pour the lime juice over it (or squeeze a fresh lime, if available). Add the sugar. Press the sugar against the mint leaves with the back of a spoon repeatedly until the sugar dissolves. Add the rum and ice and shake the drink. Top with club soda, garnish with mint and serve.

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