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Rum is the only alcoholic ingredient inside the mojito, so it’s got to be a great one. Light rum is the suggested kind to be added, which is typically clear in color. Any brand will be acceptable, however if you don’t want the harshness, try something a little higher than well. If you’ve never heard of the brand, then you don’t want it inside of your Mojito.

What Kind of Rum Goes Inside a Mojito

There are a few key things to look for when you buy rum for your mojito. These include:

- Cost more than $20

- Clear in color

- Made in the Caribbean

If you follow these guidelines, you’ll likely come up with a perfectly acceptable rum that can be added into the cocktail so that you can enjoy it to its fullest potential. Anything cheaper and you are wasting perfectly good ingredients to a less than stellar rum.

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