Mojito Madness

Mix up a batch of oh-so-trendy mojitos and invite your friends over for some summer fun. Tantalizingly cool with a citrus bite, this cocktail fits the bill for a day at the beach or an early evening cooldown. For a counter to the sweet drink, salt the rims.

Colleen Mullaney

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Ingredients

8 ounces light rum		2 ounces mint-infused simple syrup (recipe below)
1 cup mint leaves		seltzer, to top
2 limes cut into wedges

directions

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For Mint-infused simple syrup: Combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is clear, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add 1 cup mint leaves. Let steep for 20 minutes. Strain mint leaves and let cool completely. The syrup will keep, refrigerated in an airtight container, for up to one week.
2
Combine mint leaves, lime wedges, and simple syrup in a tall bar glass or cocktail shaker.
3
Muddle together and add rum and shake or stir together. Top with seltzer.
4
To salt rims: Pour coarse salt into a shallow bowl. Wet rims with a lime wedge and flip over glass and rub in salt until rim is lightly coated.

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Mojito Madness

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