Equipment
Muddler
Ingredients
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 lemon
- Ice cubes as desired
- 200 ml Sprite
- Fresh mint leaves to garnish
Instructions
- Chop the mint leaves.
- Cut the lemon into small wedges and remove the seeds carefully. Keep one aside for garnish.
To Muddle
- Crush mint leaves, sugar, and lemon wedges in a tall glass using a wooden spoon or muddler for lemons to release all their juice and to blend in the flavors.
- Add ice and top up with Sprite and mix well.
To Garnish
- Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves.
- Serve chilled.
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Notes
The crushing of mint and lemon is referred to as muddling and is generally done with a muddler.