Mojito with simple syrup

Mojito With Simple Syrup. Enter a handful of mint leaves let the mint leaves sit in hot water for up to an hour. You can buy it or its easy to make at home. How to make Mojito Simple Syrup. Then when youre ready for a refreshing summer drink heres what you do.

To quickly make simple syrup add half a cup of sugar to a half cup of water in a jar. Heres how to make simple syrup. Pour into serving glass and add any needed ice. A handful of fresh mint leaves about ¼ cup Pinch of Demerara or raw sugar 1 jigger Mint Simple Syrup see recipe below 1 jigger white rum Juice of one lime strained Sparkling water preferably San Pellegrino Cracked ice Lime slices and sprig of mint for garnish. Fill a 10-ounce glass with ice and strain the drink into the glass. Alex and I love using natural sweeteners in our cocktails.

There are two options for sweetening this mojito depending on your preferences.

Use equal parts sugar and water. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon gently crush the leaves. Once youve made your simple syrup youre ready to make a Mojito. Set aside one mint sprig for garnish. This step helps the lime and mint flavors intermingle. Wash and pat-dry remaining mint leaves removing stems.