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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Ingredients:
1 cup sugar |
8 to 10 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish |
3 lime wedges |
2 slices jalapeno, with seeds, plus more for garnish |
2 cups ice |
1 1/2 ounces dark rum |
1 ounce mango nectar (about 2 tablespoons) |
about 2 ounces sparkling water |
Directions:
1. For the simple syrup: Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small sauce pot over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
2. For the mojito: Combine the mint, lime wedges, jalapeno and 3/4 ounce of the simple syrup (1 1/2 tablespoons) in a cocktail shaker and muddle. Fill the shaker with the ice, pour in the rum and mango nectar and shake briefly. Pour directly into a highball glass. Top off with the sparkling water and stir briefly. Garnish with a mint sprig and jalapeno slice.
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