Mojitos
Photography: James Carrier; 
Notes: Double the recipe for the mint syrup if you're planning to make more than one batch of mojitos.
| Servings:Makes 4 cups; 6 to 8 servings | Prep Time:n/a | Cook Time:n/a |
Nutritional Info
Ingredients
- 2 cups light rum
- 1 cup mint syrup
- 1 cup lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves, rinsed (optional)
Amount Per
Serving
- carbohydrate:15 g
- calories:136
- fiber:0.4 g
- protein:0.2 g
- calories from fat:0.0 %
- cholesterol:0.0 mg
- fat:0.1 g
- sodium:5.9 mg
- saturated fat:0.0 g
directions
In a pitcher (at least 2 qt.), combine rum, mint syrup, and lime juice; add about 2 cups ice cubes. Pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Mint Syrup: In a 1- to 2-quart pan, combine 1 1/4 cups lightly packed rinsed fresh mint leaves, 1 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is simmering. Remove pan from heat, cover, and let stand 30 minutes. Pour mixture through a fine strainer into a small pitcher or bowl; discard mint leaves. Use syrup or cover and chill up to 1 week. Makes about 1 cup.
