Classic Mojito cocktail is slightly sweet and refreshing. There are only five ingredients here: mint, simple syrup, lime juice, rum, and seltzer water.
Take mint leaves off the stem and add them into the cocktail shaker. Squeeze lime juice into the shaker as well and add simple syrup.
Use a muddler to gently press on mint leaves 3 or 4 times.
Pour in rum and shake it all together for a few seconds.
Add crushed ice into the highball glass, about half way full, and pour in the rum mixture.
Add 3-4 oz of seltzer water, gently stir to combine and serve.
Notes
Muddling Mint: The key is to gently press the mint leaves only about 3 or 4 times with a flat ended muddler (or wooden spoon) to release the mint flavor. Virgin Mojito: Mojitos have enough distinct flavors to make them virgin washout compromising much of the taste. To make virgin mojitos, simply omit the rum and follow the rest of ingredients and recipe instructions.