Virgin Mojito
A refreshing, alcohol-free take on the classic Cuban cocktail — bright with fresh mint, zesty lime, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for hot days, brunches, and family gatherings, this mocktail comes together in minutes and can be scaled up into a party pitcher with ease.
2 servings · Prep 10 min · Cook 5 min · Total 15 min
Caribbean · Beverage
Ingredients
Open in recipe scaler →Simple Syrup
0.5 cup granulated sugar
0.5 cup water
Main
20 piece fresh mint leaves plus extra sprigs for garnish
3 whole limes 2 juiced (about 4 tbsp), 1 sliced into rounds for garnish
3 tbsp simple syrup from above, adjust
1 cup sparkling water or club soda, chilled
club soda
1 cup crushed ice
1 pinch fine sea salt brightens the flavors
Garnish
- 2 piece lime wedges
- 2 piece fresh mint sprigs
Equipment
Stovetop
Saucepan
Glass (Large)
Wooden Spoon
Fridge
Measuring Spoons
Saucepan (5 Quarts)
Citrus Juicer
Instructions
- Combine ½ cup @[Granulated Sugar] and ½ cup @[Water] in a small #[Saucepan] over ^[medium heat]. Stir until the @[Sugar] fully dissolves, about ~[2–3 minutes]. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. (You'll have extra syrup — store it in the #[Fridge] for up to ~[2 weeks].)
- Divide the fresh @[Mint Leaves] evenly between two tall #[Glass (Large)]. Add 1½ tablespoons of @[Simple Syrup] to each glass. Use a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to gently press and twist the @[Mint] — about ~[10 seconds] per glass — until fragrant. Avoid over-muddling, which makes the drink bitter.
- Squeeze the juice of 1½ @[Limes] (about 2 tablespoons) into each glass. Add a pinch of @[Fine Sea Salt] if using. Fill each glass generously with @[Crushed Ice], then pour ½ cup of chilled @[Sparkling Water] or @[Club Soda] over the top. Stir gently with a long spoon to combine without losing too much carbonation.
- Garnish each glass with a fresh @[Mint Sprig] (slap it between your palms first to release its aroma) and a @[Lime] wedge or round on the rim. Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.