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    Classic Mojito with Agave

    Published: May 25, 2020 · Updated: May 24, 2020 · by Veronika Sykorova · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    Summer is almost here! Finally, right? It's time for summer drinks and days out in the sun. I've never actually shared an alcoholic drink on here and it only seems fitting to start with the Classic Mojito! It's definitely my number one favorite cocktail with a classic margarita baing a close second. I like Mojitos more mainly because they're not as heavy on the alcohol and they're made with sparkling water and super refreshing.

    These mojitos come together in minutes. They're so easy to make with just a few simple fresh ingredients - the perfect cocktail for a hot summer day!

    A wide overhead photo of mojitos on a white background with wooden board and a washcloth

    If you know me at all you know that I don't actually drink much. Mojitos have always been my go-to drink and I'm excited to share my "cleaner" version with you!

    What you need for this classic mojito:

    • Fresh mint leaves
    • Limes
    • Agave (or coconut sugar but it's going to make the mojito a darker color)
    • White rum
    • Sparkling water
    • Ice

    First you start by putting the mint leaves, cut up lime, and agave in a tall tumbler and crush them using a muddler. Then add the ice, pour in the white rum, and sparkling water. Decorate with a more lime and mint and serve with a straw. Done! So easy and so good.

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    Enjoy the summer and don't forget to drink responsibly! ;)

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    Classic Mojito with Agave

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    • Author: Veronika | thehealthfulideas
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
    • Category: Drink
    • Method: Mixing
    • Cuisine: Cuban
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    A healthier version of a classic mojito. The ultimate summer cocktail!


    Ingredients

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    1. a small handful of fresh mint leaves (save a few leaves for garnish)
    2. 1 lime, sliced and cut into quarters (save 1 slice for garnish)
    3. 1 tbsp agave syrup (add less or more to taste)
    4. ice cubes
    5. 2 oz white rum
    6. sparkling water

    Instructions

    1. Place the mint leaves, cut up lime, and agave into a tall glass and using a muddler crush them to release the mint oils and lime juice. 
    2. Top up with ice cubes and pour in the rum.
    3. Pour in the sparkling water almost to the top, add the remaining lime slice, and garnish with some mint leaves.
    4. Serve with a glass straw and enjoy immediately.

    Notes

    You can use coconut sugar or maple syrup if you don't have agave but coconut sugar is going to make the drink a bit darker.

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    Head on shot of mojito with mint leaves

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    Comments

    1. Viano says

      May 25, 2020 at 5:42 pm

      It seems like a really simple recipe but I haven't tried it. I guess it's something I may like, who knows?

      Reply
    2. littlemisadvencha says

      May 26, 2020 at 1:45 am

      I always want to try to make my own drink. I think you make it very easy for your readers to do such. Thanks for sharing! I love to create this and invite some close friends to have a drink. or make one while doing some campfire by the beach. :)

      Reply
    3. Monidipa says

      May 26, 2020 at 3:06 am

      I really like mojitos but have never made it. I'll try this today evening..

      Reply
    4. Marta says

      May 26, 2020 at 8:16 am

      Yup, I need that in my life right now.

      Reply
    5. Nina says

      May 26, 2020 at 5:51 pm

      oh a nice twist, i would love this now hahah

      Reply
    6. Harman says

      May 27, 2020 at 6:38 pm

      Pictures are so delicious. I can drink it right now!

      Reply
    7. Louise says

      May 28, 2020 at 4:40 am

      I've never tried a mojito before but it looks delicious :)

      Louise x

      Reply

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