What makes a mojito skinny?

A skinny mojito is just a lighter version of the classic Cuban cocktail, made by swapping the cane sugar or other sweet mix-ins with a low or no-sugar alternative. Since I prefer to make my recipes with simple ingredients, I use a small amount of less-refined agave nectar to sweeten my skinny mojitos - it’s sweeter than sugar , so you can use less! Like a traditional mojito, this skinny cocktail is still crisp, invigorating, and perfect for sipping on a sunny day.

Can I make this skinny mojito recipe as a pitcher?

Sure thing! If you’re serving a crowd, multiply the ingredients by the number of heads you plan on serving. Muddle the mint and juice directly in the pitcher, and then add the agave and rum. Pour this mixture over the ice in your serving glasses, and then top the individual glasses with club soda so that every drink has fresh bubbles!

What’s the best rum for mojitos?

White rum is the classic option. I typically use Bacardi.

Skinny Mojito

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This skinny version of the classic mojito cocktail - made with fresh mint and lime and sweetened with just a touch of agave nectar - is such a refreshing drink to enjoy on warm summer days. Although it's made with less sugar, this delicious mojito is still pleasantly tangy-sweet and full of bright minty flavor!

Author: Alexandra
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
Category: cocktails
Method: mixing
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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15 fresh spearmint leaves, rinsed
1 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice
2 teaspoons light agave syrup
1 ounce white rum
5 ounces club soda, chilled
ice
lime wedge and/or mint sprig, for garnish

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Instructions

Add mint leaves and lime juice to a highball glass or other tall glass tumbler. Use a cocktail muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon to muddle mint leaves, crushing them just enough to release their natural oils.
Add agave syrup and rum to glass and stir.
Add ice to glass and top with club soda. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and/or a lime wedge before serving.

Notes

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

Simple syrup can be used instead of agave syrup if preferred. You can also skip the added sweetener and use a sweetened lemon lime soda in place of club soda. Use diet soda for the lowest-calorie option!
Club soda can also be substituted with sparkling water/seltzer. Feel free to experiment with flavored varieties like lime or mint!
For a skinny mojito mocktail, use zero proof rum, or skip the rum completely!

Find it online: https://www.brighteyedbaker.com/classic-mojito/