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!!

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.

Below, Stillman shares five mojito-esque recipes to try at home – plus a basic recipe for simple syrup that will serve ... the immortal daiquiri … the best Bacardi drink on record.” ...

Scroll down to the recipe card for measurements. The simple syrup ratio is 1:1 ... For making the best mojito, I highly suggest using a cocktail mixing glass, cocktail muddler and bar spoon.

While National Mojito ... mint simple syrup, the flavor is released slowly over 24 hours, allowing it to take its time in releasing all that complexity. Read more: The 40 Absolute Best Cocktails ...