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This mojito mocktail recipe makes the perfect refreshing summer drink. This mocktail is loaded with flavor thanks to the fresh mint and citrus. This drink is so simple to put together and looks absolutely stunning.
Nothing kicks off summer like a fun drink! Whether you enjoy a sweet strawberry lemonade or a simple sweet tea, you can’t go wrong!
This classic mocktail is so simple to put together and looks stunning! Fresh mint leaves are muddled with lime juice and simple syrup. The cocktail is then made fizzy by adding sparkling soda. Just like our sparkling peach lemonade, each sip is refreshing and full of flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Mojito Cocktail
- Simple ingredients. The ingredients for this beverage are so simple and inexpensive!
- Cheaper alternative. Mocktails at restaurants can cost upwards of $10 per drink. With this recipe, you can make several drinks for less!
- Fun for everyone. With this classic mocktail, everyone can enjoy it!
Ingredients for a Virgin Mojito Recipe
- Simple syrup – you can use a store-bought simple syrup or make a homemade simple syrup. You can also use your sweetener of choice; agave syrup or honey are also great alternatives.
- Limes – lime wedges.
- Mint – fresh mint leaves are vital for the best mojito.
- Ice – cools down the drink, but you can also use fancy ice cubes to make this drink extra special.
- Sparkling water – your favorite sparkling water or club soda works perfectly!
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and quantities.
Mojito Flavor Variations:
- Strawberry mojito mocktail – Add fresh strawberry slices to your mojito to create a sweet strawberry mojito.
- Tropical flavor – Add pineapple slices to the mojito for a refreshing tropical twist.
How to Make a Classic Mojito Mocktail:
- To each glass, squeeze the quartered lime, add mint, and simple syrup.
- Muddle the mint using a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon.
- Add the ice and top with soda water.
- Garnish with lime slices and mint leaves, optional.
Expert Tips:
- Get the most flavor out of your mint: When you wash your mint, lightly slap the mint. This may sound silly, but ti activated the flavor of the mint leaves.
- Use good ingredients! Mint leaves and fresh lime juice are the main ingredients so it’s important that you use high-quality ingredients.
- Cute cups! The most important part might be the glass that you make your mojito in! A tall glass with bamboo lids look gorgeous and is so fun!
- Perfect for a crowd! Make a large batch by multiplying the recipe and adding to a punch bowl or a pitcher.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve this drink alongside a light and summery meal. Our grilled chicken salad is loaded with summer flavors and is incredibly filling.
- Make your fourth of july meal extra special by serving this mojito in a punch bowl! Serve with a refreshing appetizer like our simple shrimp ceviche and for the main course, enjoy grilled chicken and vegetable skewers!
Recipe FAQs
A mocktail is a virgin cocktail, also known as an alcohol-less drink!
Fresh limes bring so much flavor to this drink. You can use bottled lime juice if that’s all you have on hand.
You can absolutely customize the flavors of a mojito! Add fresh blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries to bring a refreshing twist.
Store & Reheat:
Storage. We recommend making a batch that you can finish because carbonated beverages don’t store well!
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Mojito Mocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp homemade simple syrup
- 1 lime quartered
- 8-10 mint leaves
- 1/2 cup ice
- 1 cup sparkling water
- 1/2 lime sliced to garnish
Instructions
- To each glass, squeeze the quartered lime, add the mint, and simple syrup.
- Muddle the mint using a muddler or a spoon.
- Add the ice and top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with lime wheels and mint leaves, optional.
Notes
- When you wash your mint, lightly slap the mint. This may sound silly, but it activated the flavor of the mint leaves.
- Make a large batch by multiplying the recipe and adding to a punch bowl.
- This mocktail is best when enjoyed immediately because of the carbonated sparkling water.
