Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
16 unit

mint sprigs

fresh, plus more for garnish

0.25 cup

superfine sugar

2 tbsp

superfine sugar

0.5 cup

fresh lime juice

0.75 cup

white rum

8 dash

bitters

2 cup

club soda

Step 1
~1 min

Crush mint with sugar in a bowl using a wooden spoon until mint is coarsely chopped and the sugar is pale green.

Step 2
~1 min

Add lime juice, rum, and bitters and stir to dissolve the sugar.

Step 3
~1 min

Strain the mixture through a coarse strainer into a small pitcher.

Step 4
~1 min

Pour into tall glasses over ice and top each drink with 1/2 cup of club soda.

Step 5
~1 min

Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sugar to taste based on lime tartness.

Use high-quality rum for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can muddle mint and sugar ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Minty)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after preparation.

Serve with appetizers or light snacks.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cuban Sandwiches
Plantain Chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Cuba

Cultural Significance

National cocktail of Cuba.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Celebrations
Parties

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100