Ingredients:
- Lime juice
- Simple syrup
- Mint leaves
- Tequila
Instructions:
- Cut the mint leaves into thin ribbons.
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves with a small amount of simple syrup until they are well combined and fragrant.
- Add the lime juice to the shaker and stir to combine.
- Add the tequila to the shaker and stir again.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with additional mint leaves or a lime wedge, if desired.