Melanie's Mojito

• 15 mint leaves
• lime wedge (⅛ of a whole lime)
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz mint simple syrup *
• 2 oz white rum
• 2 oz club soda
• ice

*See Mint Simple Syrup.)

Place 12 of the mint leaves, lime juice and lime wedge in the bottom of a tall glass. Muddle the mixture by thoroughly smashing the leaves and wedge with a spoon.

Add the white rum and mint simple syrup. Fill the glass with ice, add club soda and stir.

Decorate with the remaining mint leaves and serve.