Easy Virgin Mojito: A Refreshing Twist on a Classic Cocktail
A sparkling, minty lime cooler that delivers all the refreshing flavors of a mojito without the alcohol. Perfect for poolside sipping or as a fancy mocktail!
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 1 serving (12 oz) 1x
- Category: Mocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cuban-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 fresh mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp white sugar or simple syrup
- 1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda (like Sprite)
- Ice cubes
- Optional Enhancements:
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh berries (muddled with mint)
- Dash of angostura bitters (alcohol-free version)
Instructions
- Muddle: In a tall glass, gently muddle mint leaves, 3 lime wedges, and sugar to release juices (don’t shred mint).
- Ice: Fill glass 3/4 full with ice cubes.
- Mix: Pour club soda and lemon-lime soda over ice.
- Stir: Use a spoon to mix while lifting mint from bottom.
- Garnish: Add remaining lime wedge and mint sprig.
- Serve: With a straw and stir stick.
Notes
- For herb lovers: Add 1 tsp chopped basil or lemongrass
- Make ahead: Prep mint-lime-sugar base in jars, refrigerate up to 4 hours
- Kid-friendly: Use honey instead of sugar (mix with warm water first)
- Frozen version: Blend with 1/2 cup ice for a slushie
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 oz
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/easy-virgin-mojito-recipe/
