Virgin Mojito

Name: Virgin Mojito
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8-10 fresh mint leaves; 1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime); 1 oz simple syrup; 6 oz sparkling water or club soda; Crushed ice; Lime wedge, for garnish; Mint sprig, for garnish

The classic Cuban cocktail reimagined — fresh mint, lime, and sparkling water create pure refreshment.

By Larry Leo | Prep: 5 min | Servings: 1 | Difficulty: Easy

Virgin Mojito mocktail with fresh mint, lime, and sparkling water in a highball glass

Ingredients

8-10 fresh mint leaves
1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
1 oz simple syrup
6 oz sparkling water or club soda
Crushed ice
Lime wedge, for garnish
Mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions

Place the mint leaves in the bottom of a highball glass.
Add the lime juice and simple syrup.
Gently muddle the mint — press and twist, don't pulverize. You want to release the oils without shredding the leaves.
Fill the glass with crushed ice.
Pour the sparkling water over the ice.
Stir gently from the bottom up to distribute the mint and lime throughout.
Garnish with a lime wedge and a fresh mint sprig. Slap the mint between your palms first to release its aroma.
Serve with a straw and enjoy immediately.

Category: classic-remakes

Tags: mint, lime, classic, refreshing, summer