We love a summertime beverage that is both light and sweet. This Classic Mojito recipe accomplishes just that! Give this one a try for your next summer gathering, and remember to prepare your homemade simple syrup ahead of time! 

Classic Mojito 

Ingredients

• 6 mint leaves, plus additional for garnish 
• 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) lime juice 
• 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) simple syrup 
• 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) white rum 
• 4 ounces (½ cup) soda water 

Directions

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves with the lime juice and syrup. 
2. Add the rum and fill the cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until cold.
3. Place ice into a glass, and strain in the liquid. Top off the glass with soda water. Garnish with additional mint leaves.

Source: https://www.acouplecooks.com/classic-mojito/