Gin Mojito Cocktail Recipe

Gin
Author: The Bar Team
A gin mojito with lime leaf garnishes.

Take the classic Mojito in a new direction with this Gin Mojito, where the herbal complexity of gin meets the timeless trio of fresh mint, zesty lime and bubbly soda for a drink that’s fragrant and full of personality. The botanical notes from the gin add layers of citrus and juniper that play beautifully with cooling mint and bright lime, making this variation lively and easy to sip. Whether you’re hosting a relaxed weekend lunch, kicking off a garden party or simply wanting something crisp with a twist, the Gin Mojito delivers a fresh, flavour-forward experience that feels both familiar and delightfully unexpected.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • 50ml
  • Mint leaves
    7
  • Lime wedges
    2
  • Sugar syrup
    2 parts sugar dissolved over heat into 1 part water
    25ml
  • Apple juice
    50ml
  • Mint sprig
    1
  • Ice

2.2 units of alcohol per serving

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Muddler
  • Spoon
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Method

Step 1

Place the mint leaves and lime wedges into the highball glass and press down gently with the muddler to extract the flavours and aromas.

Step 2

Add the gin and sugar syrup, then fill the glass with crushed ice and and churn with a spoon.

Step 3

Top up with apple juice.

Step 4

Garnish with a sprig of mint.

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