Dawn’s Mojitos
Mint leaves (I use a lot, probably 6-8 per drink, some times more if they’re small)
Limes/ lime juice
fine white sugar
clear rum (you can use flavored rums, but skip the sugar if you do)
In a glass add your mint leaves and 1 tsp sugar (skip the sugar if you’re using a flavored rum). Muddle the leaves until bruised but not mushed, you just want the flavor to release. Add 1 1/2 tbsp lime juice (if you’re not a huge lime fan, you can muddle a wedge of lime with the mint instead of adding the lime juice then add extra lime wedges to suit your palate). Fill with ice. Add a shot of rum. Top with water or club soda. I prefer water. Garnish with lime wedge.
You can add other fresh fruits and play with the recipe, I often add raspberries and black berries. But Star Fruit is also good, peach, blueberry, etc.