White Christmas Mojito (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon lime juice.
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
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½ cup fresh mint leaves.
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1 ½ ounces simple syrup.
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1 tablespoon lime juice.
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1 ounce light rum.
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1 ounce coconut rum.
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¼ cup canned unsweetened coconut milk.
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Crushed ice.
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Club soda.
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Sugared cranberries, for garnish.
# Instructions:
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Prepare the glasses by setting out two small plates. Pour the lime juice onto one plate and the granulated sugar onto the other. Wet the rim of each low ball glass with lime juice, then roll the rim in the sugar to coat. Set aside.
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In a cocktail shaker, combine the fresh mint leaves with the simple syrup. Use a muddler to gently crush the mint, releasing its fragrant oils.
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Add the lime juice, light rum, coconut rum, and canned coconut milk to the shaker, along with a generous amount of crushed ice. Shake vigorously until well chilled.
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Fill each prepared glass with additional crushed ice. Strain the mojito mixture over the ice into the glasses.
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Top each drink with a splash of club soda and garnish with sugared cranberries. Serve immediately and enjoy the festive flavors!.
# Notes:
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For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum and add more coconut milk and club soda to taste.
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Consider using fresh cranberries rolled in sugar to create your own sugared cranberries.