Mohito Slushy

Frosty, minty and super-refreshing. Make a batch and store in your freezer!

Mohito Slushy
Serves 4
Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (4 limes)
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (firmly packed)
• zest of 2 limes
• 1/2 cup light rum
• 8 cups ice (crushed)
• mint springs and/or lime wedges for garnish

Directions

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until the sugar is dissolved and the syrup is clear. Set aside to cool.
2. Combine the sugar syrup, lime juice, mint leaves, lime zest, and rum into a blender and blend until smooth.
3. Add the ice and blend until slushy. Spoon into glasses; garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime slice.

Adapted from Tyler Florence, FoodNetwork.com