Cocktail “Mojito slush”

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup light rum
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of water
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (packed tightly)
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (from 4-6 limes)
• Zest of 2 limes
• 8 cups crushed ice
• Mint sprigs and lime wedges, for garnish

Preparation:

1. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves and the syrup becomes clear. Let cool.
2. Place the simple syrup, lime juice, mint leaves, lime zest, and rum in a blender and blend until smooth. Add ice and blend until thick and fluffy. Spoon into glasses and garnish with a mint sprig and lime wedge.