Mojito Recipe

by Jo-Lynne on May 29, 2009

in Tried and True Recipes

mojito recipe

I realize I’m woefully behind the times, but I have recently discovered the mojito.

I KNOW.  Mojitos are so yesterday.

But, as pathetic as it may be, I tried my first mojito one warm summer evening last summer when a neighbor invited us over to hang out on the deck.  They served a homemade mojito made with homegrown mint, and it was DIVINE.

I’ve ordered them on occasion since then, but I haven’t had one NEARLY as good as the one my neighbor made.  I asked him for his recipe a few weeks ago, but he is a professional chef, so he was all, “It’s nothing!  Just throw together simple syrup, lime, and rum.”

Um, hi.  Have you met me? I need VERY. EXPLICIT. DIRECTIONS.  Like with measurements.

So I took it upon myself to experiment with different recipes until I found one as good as his.  It took me three recipes and numerous tries to get it right.  See what I endure for the sake of ye ole blog?

Here’s the secret: MINT-INFUSED simple syrup.  Shhhhhh…  they’ll all be doing it.

Sorry, I was channeling some Emeril there for a sec.

Mix 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves. Then let it steep with a handfull of mint leaves for at least 30 minutes; strain and store in your refrigerator.

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That’s what it looks like before the sugar dissolved.  When the liquid is clear, remove from the heat and cool.  Then store in a container with a lid that seals until time to make your drinks.

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Then.  When you’re ready for a refreshing summer treat, here’s what you do.

Mojto Recipe via Musings of a Housewife

1. Into a tall glass, pour 1 ounce mint-infused simple syrup.

2. Add 6-12 fresh mint leaves, and muddle it together.

3. Add crushed ice.  Muddle some more.

4. Add to that 1-1/2 to 2 ounces of light rum (depending on the kind of day you had.)

5. Squeeze in the juice of half a lime.

6. Add a splash of club soda and stir.  (I don’t even find it necessary to add the club soda at all, but that’s just me.  I sometimes add a splash of water, though.)

7. Garnish with a mint sprig and a slice of lime.

If you want to make a larger batch, it basically boils down to this:  (Oh, I’m so punny!)

Mix thoroughly 2 parts simple syrup to 1 part lime (or more if you like your drinks more tart than sweet) to 3 parts rum.  Pour in a tall glass over ice, add a splash of club soda, garnish with mint and lime, and serve!

Yes, I realize that mojitos aren’t intended to be made in bulk.  But if you want to make a few at a time, I won’t turn you in to the mojito police.



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{ 27 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Anissa@Hope4Peyton May 29, 2009 at 2:33 pm

I LOVE you, marry me?

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2 Jo-Lynne May 29, 2009 at 2:37 pm

I thought you’d never ask…

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3 Amy May 29, 2009 at 3:30 pm

I discovered the wonder of the Mojito a few years ago during a sweltering south Florida summer. I absolutely LOVE them, but can only drink them when it is hot. I have also had a peach one and it was divine – oddly enough I had it at Benihana’s. Thanks for the recipe, as soon as it gets too hot here to do anything else, I am going to start drinking ;-)

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4 Jo@Mylestones May 29, 2009 at 3:31 pm

I consider myself a bit of a Mojito connoisseur. And the secret is definitely fresh ingredients–and the mint-infused simple syrup! And I don’t care how “yesterday” those bad boys are….I will always love them!
Sheesh, how sad it is that I enthusiastically appear out of the woodwork to comment on a cocktail recipe. I admit I’ve even gone as far to assert to my husband that my bar tending prowess might qualify as a Prov. 31 skill–almost makes up for my ungodly cooking). :-)

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5 ClassyFabSarah May 29, 2009 at 3:44 pm

I know what I’ll be drinking this weekend…

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6 Shelly @ Life on the Wild Side May 29, 2009 at 4:32 pm

Yep, me too ClassyfabSarah! That just sounds divine. And I just bought steaks for tomorrow too. Mmmmm.

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7 Mel @ A Box of Chocolates May 29, 2009 at 5:41 pm

Mojitos are one of my absolute favorite drinks. Nothing is better in the summer! Now I think I’m going to put hubby on making the syrup tonight. Thanks for sharing your recipe!

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8 Megan (mommyesquire) May 29, 2009 at 6:10 pm

“Mojitos are not intended to be made in bulk.” Says who? Not me!

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9 Adventures In Babywearing May 29, 2009 at 8:25 pm

OH YUM! I just discovered them last summer, too (yes I was pregnant and just had a sip- hubby ordered one not knowing it was minty. He hates mint!)

Steph

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10 Annie May 29, 2009 at 11:18 pm

I very much enjoy a good nohito and have for years. My husband calls it bong water…..hehe…..whatever….they are truly tasty!

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11 Lynn from For Love or Funny May 30, 2009 at 7:10 am

Ever since I saw Shrek’s “Puss n Boots” offer to take them on a fishing trip with mojitos, I’ve been curious to try them.

I drink only if cartoon characters drink, ’cause that’s how I roll.

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12 Darcie - Such The Spot May 31, 2009 at 11:49 pm

Okay fine. Twist my arm why don’t ya. I’ll try it already….:)

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13 jen June 1, 2009 at 12:01 am

You…you have made so very happy. I’m growing mint this year (in a planter!) just to make mojitos. You have saved me from searching in vain for the perfect recipe. YUM.

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14 Nap Warden June 1, 2009 at 6:11 pm

I want one:P

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15 Carrie at NaturalMomsTalkRadio June 3, 2009 at 9:45 pm

Oh PERFECT. I was just wanting to find a good recipe for these. They look soooo refreshing, and I am all about a refreshing summer beverage involving lime and alcohol.

And just between you and me, a Lime Edy’s popsicle eaten at the same time as a Tecate or Stella Artois is so yummy too! And in a pinch, I throw one in the blender with triple sec and tequila and have an instant margarita. ;)

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16 Beth June 11, 2009 at 9:20 pm

I was trying to read all of these different recipes to look for the best one. Since you already did it and tried them…I’ll just use yours!! Thanks so much, I love mojitos and just found a mint patch in my neighbors yard!!

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17 Amy from Occupation: Mommy June 15, 2009 at 7:55 pm

I tried out your recipe tonight…mmmmmm….thanks for doing the dirty work and trying them all out!

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18 Lindy Andresen June 26, 2009 at 9:20 pm

I found your recipe on Google and celebrated my 31st birthday surrounded by 8 kids 11 adults and was smiling the whole time because the mojitos were so great! Thanks for sharing!

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19 kim June 28, 2009 at 10:59 pm

I had my first one in Florida at Coconuts in Ft. Lauderdale last weekend. Thanks Juan! None of the others I ordered in other places where as good. Juan mentioned the simple syrup and I just had to try your recipe. It was spot on and delicious. Thanks. I will be making these in bulk next weekend.

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20 Steve Mercado June 29, 2009 at 7:53 pm

Yes, this is the one. We tried it tonight, steeped the mint in the simple syrup. My wife pronounces this the iconic mojito. Perfect balance of tart and sweet. Lucky day I hit on your blog. Thanks!

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21 Brian & Sarah June 30, 2009 at 9:02 am

Hey – If you need fresh mint swing over. We have a patch we have been growing for a while. If you plant it use a container that stuff spreads like crazy.

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22 HotSauceDaily June 30, 2009 at 9:06 am

I think the infusion of the mint into the simple syrup is genius!
Might even make a fine Mojito when there’s no fresh mint around.
Can’t wait to try this version.

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23 HotSauceDaily July 2, 2009 at 8:22 pm

We made these Mojitos tonight with your recipe, and they are great! Very refreshing after a long, hot day.
Thanks for the good tips.
BTW, you simply must include the Club Soda to “finish” the drink.

brian.

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24 nancy July 3, 2009 at 2:28 pm

HI! Thanks for the recipe! Discovered these while in Costa Rica in 2006 – really refreshing when its soooo hot. Getting ready for a 4th of July party – I have been growing a Kentucky mint – very juicy and beautiful ( in a pot, as always) love the idea of making the simple syrup for making mojitos en masse. thanks, again,

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25 Misha Turner July 19, 2009 at 9:47 pm

Many thanks for your recipie, Housewife. I thought the best mojitos were at S.O.B.s in NYC. With your mint-infused simple syrup – now I have the best in NYC. Many, many thanks!

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26 Anna September 2, 2009 at 9:43 pm

Well I put too much simple syrup on the first go round into my glass….ugh…too sweet, so I took a better count of the ounces in the second go round (I don’t like too much sweet in my drink) and perfection, I don’t even think you need italian sparkler or asti in it, as the other website suggested…that would be too much sweetness!

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27 Mojito Recipe November 5, 2009 at 2:35 pm

Great recipes. I do love mojitos!

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