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    Home » Beverages

    Classic Mojitos

    Published: Jun 4, 2010 Last updated: Aug 18, 2022 by Shelby Law Ruttan · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    this photo is #2 on allrecipes.com today!  THANK YOU AR readers!!
    The first time I ever had a mojito was last August, when Grumpy and I went on our cruise. 
    You know how when you have been on vacation, you usually need a vacation from your vacation to recuperate?  This year that probably won't be the case for me because I actually stayed home during my vacation.  However, I wish I could go on another cruise this year.  It was the best time of my life.  Grumpy and I were very relaxed - despite the fact he had just been laid off from work and despite the fact that I had been recuperating from my neck surgery.  I actually think that vacation was a very healing time for the both of us in many ways.  While our problems didn't go away - they seemed to be non existent while we were on our cruise.  Maybe that is why I long for another 10 days of pure Caribbean pampering.  I definitely think we deserve one!  It will probably be a few more years before we can go again though.  I guess I just need to be thankful we had the opportunity to go and all the events of last year didn't stop us from going!
    If only.......
    In any case, we can still bring memories of that vacation back by enjoying some of the drinks we enjoyed on that cruise that helped relax us so much into our present.  Like the mojito.  Sitting on our front porch on a warm evening with one of these in hand.  Relaxing and talking.  While it isn't a cruise ship, it can be peaceful and is the best way to relax for now.
    Mojitos
    adapted from allrecipes.com
    10 mint leaves
    2 teaspoons confectioner sugar
    Juice of one lime (amount will vary - if the lime is not juicy - I would use 2)
    2 shot glasses rum (I go with Bacardi)
    2-3 shot glasses of club soda
    1 packet splenda*, optional and to taste (I like mine on the sweeter side)
    Ice
    Muddle the mint, confectioner sugar and a small amount of lime juice to release the flavor of the mint.  (Muddling is bruising the mint leaves).  I use my mortar & pestle to do this.
    Place muddled mint mixture in tall glass, place remaining lime juice, rum, club soda and splenda in glass and stir to combine. Add enough ice to bring liquid to top of the glass.
    *We went with splenda and confectioner sugar because they dissolve quickly.  You can use a simple syrup if you have that available.  I don't recommend using granulated sugar as it does not dissolve as quickly and you could end up with way too sweet of a drink.

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    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Shelby is the author/owner of Grumpy's Honeybunch. Established in 2007, she shares and preserves family recipes as well as recipes for cooking light and keto. She has authored the One-Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook. She is an experienced, self-taught home cook who loves to share recipes with others. She also authors the websites Honeybunch Hunts and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. You can see her work on websites such as Veal Made Easy, Parade, Community Table, SoFab Food, Yummly, and FoodGawker.

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    1. BarbaraK

      June 27, 2010 at 12:32 am

      How did I miss this post? I am glad you had a great cruise! we have taken 2 caribbean cruises (even though we live in the caribbean!) and they have been great! As a former bartender though, I have to say I HATE to make a mojito! Sooo time consuming when you are busy (muddling and all), but they sure taste good!

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    2. Natasha

      June 15, 2010 at 2:38 am

      I grew up in the Caribbean and I miss it too! It's been five years since I was last back home; maybe this year will be the year...
      Oh, and gotta love mojitos; that mixture of rum and sugar, on the beach , with your hunny, not a care in the world; it's hard to top that.
      Cheers!

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    3. Robin Sue

      June 11, 2010 at 2:38 am

      I haven't had one of these in too long! Must fix that soon. I have a ton of mint growing in my potted plant boxes- mint and peppermint. I also saw mojito sugar cookies today too. Will have to try both!!

      Reply
    4. Linda

      June 07, 2010 at 12:48 am

      I have never tried a mojito, but yours looks so tempting...

      Reply
    5. vanillasugar

      June 07, 2010 at 12:37 am

      girl you've been missing out all those years. well at least you finally had one. i love mojitos. and caphirenas. (sp?)

      Reply
    6. gail

      June 05, 2010 at 11:08 pm

      It's hard to say which I would prefer if I could only have one.... but I guess I could make do with mojitos if I can't have the Caribbean!

      Reply
    7. Nan

      June 05, 2010 at 3:08 pm

      Honey B...it is always good to hear that somebody had fun on a cruise: my experiences 1)cruise with brother-in-law and wife while they were going through a divorce 2)cruise where I got a stomach virus the morning of the cruise that lifted the final night 3)cruise planned for my father-in-law, whose health was too bad at last minute and we went anyway, with formerly mentioned brother-in-law and current companion 4)Rhine River (Germany) day cruise where fog so bad we could not see the shore. On the up side: 1)Greek Isles cruise, except for bad food 2)Mosel River day cruise with gorgeous blue skies. I am so not a cruise person..........

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    8. Jessie

      June 05, 2010 at 1:01 pm

      I wish I can go to the Caribbean and lay on the beach sipping on a mojito!

      Reply
    9. Suzanne aka vivisue

      June 05, 2010 at 4:38 am

      Mojitos RULE! This is one fine refreshing beverage. Make mine a double!!

      Reply
    10. teresa

      June 05, 2010 at 3:37 am

      mmm, if you can't be on the islands, at least you have a fabulous drink to make you feel like you are! fun post, i love the pics!

      Reply
    11. Cooking with Kait

      June 04, 2010 at 1:43 pm

      Mojitos are one of my favorite drinks and what a perfect drink to have on a cruise. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

      Reply
    12. Medena (-Melitta-)

      June 04, 2010 at 1:41 pm

      I have a huge fear of going on a cruise ship, but do pass one mojito! 🙂
      Love your blog header! I am on a vacation now, reading through your blog posts 😉

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    13. Jason

      June 04, 2010 at 1:25 pm

      Nothing beats a good mojito!

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    14. bellini valli

      June 04, 2010 at 12:37 pm

      Yes I do believe you deserve another holiday after the events of the past year Shelby.Five weks in Greece made me realize I never want to work again or at least do something else.

      Reply
    15. pegasuslegend

      June 04, 2010 at 11:49 am

      We have a crusie planned in August you look like you were having a ball I cant wait now...glad you relaxed!

      Reply
    16. Grumpy and HoneyB

      June 04, 2010 at 11:18 am

      lol, just in case your wondering....that is me drinking a mojito. ;o)

      Reply

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