Check out this refreshing and caffeinated cocktail treat!
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz white rum
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 5 mint leaves
- 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
- Soda water
- 2 oz espresso, freshly brewed
- chilled Ice cubes
- Garnish: Mint sprig and lime wheel
Instructions
In a tall glass, add the fresh mint leaves and simple syrup.
Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves against the glass. This releases the oils from the mint and flavors the syrup.
Add the lime juice, rum, and ice, and stir.
Top with sparkling water.
Lastly, add the espresso the a shaker filled with ice.
Shake and top over the mojito.
Garnish with a fresh mint twig.
See it made below!