A refreshing mix of white rum, mint and lime make this cocktail a classic party favourite.
Ingredients (per cocktail)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- Small handful of leaves
- 60ml white rum
- Soda water, to taste
Method
- Muddle the lime juice, sugar and mint leaves in a small jug, making sure to crush the mint leaves to release their flavour.
- Grab a high-ball glass and pour in the lime mixture, then half fill with ice and pour over the rum.
- Stir with a long-handled spoon, top up with soda water and garnish with mint.
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