The mojito is a staple summer drink around the world thanks in part to its simplicity (also thanks in part to just how damn ...

Beat the heat this summer with this easy recipe of the classic cocktail, Mojito. This mix of white rum, sugar syrup, soda with lime and mint will undoubtedly help you cool off that heat!!

Pro Tip: Skip simple syrup. The best Mojito recipes (including ours) use granulated sugar. The abrasion of the sandy sugar against the mint and lime makes for fully-realized Mojito flavors.

This basic mojito recipe can be easily twisted. Try swapping the soda for bitter lemon or elderflower tonic, and adding a handful of frozen berries with the mint leaves.

A refreshing twist on the classic mojito, this is a brilliant accompaniment to a summer barbecue. Try using different in-season fruits in place of the strawberries to find your favourite.