Classic Mojito Cocktail Recipe with Simple Syrup

Step 1

Pour the simple syrup into a cocktail shaker

Step 2

Add the mint leaves, and gently muddle the leaves until you really smell the oils

Step 3

Add the fresh lime juice and rum and shake for a few seconds

Step 4

Pour into a glass of ice and add some slices of lime

Step 5

Fill the remainder of the glass with club soda and stir

Step 6

Garnish with a lime wedge and some sprigs of mint