Ingredients:

  • 6-8 fresh mint leaves
  • ½ medium lime, cut into wedges
  • 2-3 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 2 ounces white rum
  • 4 ounces club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Strawberry slices (optional)
  • Mint sprigs (optional)
  • Lime wedge (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the mint leaves, lime wedges, and strawberry slices with the sugar. Do not over-muddle, or the mint will become bitter.
  2. Pour the white rum into the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
  4. Close the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
  5. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
  6. Top with club soda.
  7. Garnish with strawberry slices, a mint sprig, and/or a lime wedge.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!