Recipe: Mint Mojitooo!

Hint of Mint Mojito 

Ingredients:

10 fresh mint leaves

1/2 lime cut into 4 wedges

2 tblspns white sugar (or to taste)

1 cup ice cubes

1 1/2 fluid ounces white rum

1/2 cup club soda

Directions:

1. Place mint leaves and 1 lime wedge into a sturdy glass.

2. Use a muddler to crush the mint and lime to release the mint oils and lime juice.

3. Add 2 more lime wedges and the sugar, muddle again to release the lime juice.

4. Do not strain the mixture.

5. Fill the glass almost to the top with ice.

6. Pour the rum over the ice and fill the glass with carbonated water.

7. Stir, taste, and add more sugar if desired.

8. Garnish with remaining lime wedges and extra mint. 

Mint Mojitos are my absolute favorite next to margaritas! (: They're extremely refreshing and great for a backyard picnic or some lounging by the pool. You can definitely always add more rum if you'd like. Serve with some salsa and chips and you'll be set! Enjoy!