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Mint Mojito Recipe

A Classic With a Minty Twist
Light, bright, and endlessly refreshing—the mojito is a cocktail built for summer. This version leans into fresh ingredients and just enough technique to feel special, but it’s still approachable for any home bartender. What sets it apart? A touch of mint-infused sugar to deepen the aroma and make every sip pop.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Infusion Time 5 hours
Course Drinks
Servings 1 Drink

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cl fresh lime juice
  • ½ lime
  • 3 cl simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
  • 4 cl light rum
  • 2 bar spoons Mint Infused Sugar or plain cane sugar if skipping infusion
  • leaves fresh mint
  • Crushed Ice
  • Sparkling Water

Instructions
 

Mint-Infused Sugar (Optional Step)

  • Rinse 15 fresh mint leaves under cold water.
  • Place them into a sealed jar or container with 40 grams of cane sugar.
  • Slap the mint to release the oils, then seal and shake gently to combine.
  • Let sit at room temperature for 3–6 hours, shaking occasionally.
  • Remove the mint before using. Store the infused sugar in a sealed container for up to 1 week.

Build the Mojito

  • Add 2 bar spoons of mint-infused sugar to a frozen highball glass.
  • Rinse a fresh handful of mint and add it to the glass.
  • Quarter ½ a lime and place it peel side down into the glass.
  • Muddle gently to release lime juice and mint oils—avoid shredding the mint.
  • Add simple syrup, lime juice and light rum. Stir to combine.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed.
  • Fill the glass ¾ full with crushed ice and churn with a spoon to mix.
  • Top with a splash of sparkling water and more crushed ice to fill.
  • Garnish with a fresh mint bouquet (give it a quick slap) next to a straw and serve

Notes

  • Crushed ice is essential for the right dilution and texture. If you only have ice cubes, crack them with the back of a barspoon or wrap them in a kitchen towel and hit with a rolling pin.
  • Using a frozen glass keeps the drink icy cold longer and adds a beautiful frosty finish.
  • No need to dry the mint after rinsing—a little moisture helps with muddling and infusing.To make it non-alcoholic: skip the rum and increase both lime juice and simple syrup to 4 cl each, then top with sparkling water as usual for a refreshing mocktail