Matcha Mojito (Edit recipe)

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Light, citrusy, and with a smooth, green tea depth, the Matcha Mojito is the kind of cocktail that feels refreshing, a little fancy, and totally worth sipping. Fresh mint and lime bring their signature refreshment, while matcha and mint simple syrup add a smooth, subtly sweet depth that takes this classic cocktail to a whole new level. It’s crisp, invigorating, and just gorgeous with that vibrant green hue.

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PREP TIME

10 minutes

COOK TIME

20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

12

Serves: 1

Ingredients

Mint Simple Syrup

1 cup Sugar, Raw
1 cup Water
6 whole Mint Leaves

matcha Mojito

2 oz Matcha Green Tea Powder
8 oz Water
4 whole Mint Leaves
1.5 oz Simple Syrup, the Mint Simple Syrup from above
2 oz Rum
1 oz Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
3 oz Club Soda

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

Mint Simple Syrup
Combine water with sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Add 5-6 mint sprigs and simmer for about 5 minutes.
Remove from the heat and let it sit and steep for about 15 minutes.
Strain the syrup into a jar or bottle, discarding the mint leaves. Let cool and store in the fridge.
Matcha Tea
Add 1 teaspoon of the matcha powder to 8 ounces of water and whisk until all the powder is mixed.
Matcha Mojito
Add mint leaves and mint simple syrup (1.5-2 ounces, depending on the sweetness level) to a high, sturdy glass.
With a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, muddle leaves with syrup about 5-6 times until the mint is fragrant.
Fill the glass with ice.
Add the rum, matcha tea, and freshly squeezed lime juice to the glass.
Top with club soda and give it a stir.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and enjoy. Cheers!

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	2090
Fat:	12 g
Carbohydrates:	452 g
Protein:	57 g
Cholesterol:	0 g
Sodium:	601 mg
Fiber:	95 g
Sugars:	269 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated for total recipe.