How to Make a Lean, Mean Mojito

Don’t pass up on this festive favorite because of the calories; just mix yourself a lighter version.

Step 1: Muddle the mint Put three mint leaves and four lime wedges into a Collins glass and mash them with a muddler. Add one teaspoon of sugar substitute if you like your mojitos on the sweet side.
TIP: If you don’t have a muddler, just use the back of a spoon.
Step 2: Fill with ice Fill the glass with crushed ice.
Step 3: Add the rum Pour in an ounce and a half of low-calorie rum and stir.
Step 4: Top with soda Top with club soda.
Step 5: Garnish with mint Garnish with the remaining mint leaf and enjoy!
FACT: Until 1970, British sailors used to receive a daily ration of rum to help them deal with life at sea.