Minty Rum Sparkler

This refreshing and minty cocktail is perfect for a hot summer day. The combination of fresh mint, rum, and lime juice creates a light and invigorating drink that will cool you down and lift your spirits. Be sure not to over-muddle the mint, as it can lead to a bitter taste. Enjoy this mojito-inspired cocktail with friends and family at your next gathering!

Minty Rum Sparkler

A refreshing and invigorating cocktail with mint, rum, and lime juice.

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • 2 sprigs of mint, plus extra for serving
  • 2 oz white rum
  • 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
  • Club soda (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the simple syrup and 2 mint sprigs.
  2. Add the white rum and fresh lime juice to the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until the outside is very cold.
  4. Strain the cocktail through a Hawthorne strainer or a slotted spoon into a tall Collins glass filled with ice.
  5. Top off the drink with club soda and garnish with extra mint.