Mojitos

1 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup fresh lime juice (about 9 large limes)
2 cups golden rum
ice cubes
1 1/2 cups club soda
mint springs and lime slices for garnish

Combine mint, sugar and lime juice in large bowl; mash well with a
muddler. Let mixture stand at least 15 minutes and up to 2 hours. Stir in
rum. Using ladle, divide mixture among 8 tall glasses. Fill glasses almost
to top with ice cubes then top each with 3 tablespoons of club soda.
Garnish with a lime slice and sprig of mint. Serve with a straw.

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