Cuban Mojito Recipe

Escape to Cuba with this refreshing Cuban Mojito! The perfect blend of tart lime, sweet sugar, and aromatic mint, balanced with the smooth taste of rum and a bubbly soda water finish. This easy 5-minute cocktail recipe is ideal for a hot summer day or any celebration.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 342 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Cuban Mojito

  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • Of Fresh Mint
  • Light Rum
  • 4 ounces (120ml) club soda or sparkling water
  • Sugar Cane

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How to Make Cuban Mojito

  1. Muddle 10-12 fresh mint leaves, 2 tablespoons white sugar, and the juice of 2 limes in a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker.
  2. Add 2 ounces (60ml) of white rum to the glass.
  3. Fill the glass with ice.
  4. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Top with 4 ounces (120ml) of club soda or sparkling water.
  6. Garnish with a few fresh mint sprigs and a lime wedge (optional: sugar cane stalk).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

202g

Fat

0g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cuban Mojito?

Cuban Mojito takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cuban Mojito?

Cuban Mojito has approximately 342 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cuban Mojito?

The key ingredients for Cuban Mojito are Lime, Sugar, Of Fresh Mint, Light Rum, Soda Water, Sugar Cane. See the full list with measurements above.

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