Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Black, black cocktails, club soda, Club Soda Cocktails, dark rum, dark rum cocktails, Lime Juice, mint leaves, Simple Syrup
Servings: 1
Place mint leaves and simple syrup in a highball glass, then gently muddle the mint to release its natural oils.
Add the dark rum to a mixing glass, mix in the black food coloring, and stir until fully combined.
Pour the rum mixture and lime juice into the glass with the muddled mint, stirring well to incorporate.
Fill the glass with crushed ice, and top off with club soda.
Stir lightly, then garnish with a slice of lime and mint leaves for a fresh finish.
Pro Tips
- For a more intense mint flavor, muddle the mint leaves with a little more pressure, but avoid shredding them.
- Use crushed ice to create a chilled, slushy-like texture that complements the refreshing nature of the drink.
- Adjust the amount of black food coloring to achieve your desired level of darkness.