Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas, Christmas cocktails, Christmas drinks, christmas rum cocktails, easy christmas cocktails
Servings: 1
- 1.5 oz rum
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz midori
- Soda water to top
- mint leaves for muddling and garnish
- lime wheel for garnish
Place fresh mint leaves and lime juice in a glass. Use a muddler to gently press the mint to release its oils.
Pour in the rum and midori, giving the glass a gentle stir to combine.
Fill the glass with ice and top with soda water to your preference.
Finish with a fresh mint leaf and a lime wheel for garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Pro Tips
- Be gentle when muddling mint to avoid tearing the leaves, which can release bitter flavors.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best balance of tartness and freshness.
- Chill the soda water beforehand for a crisp and refreshing finish.