A virgin mojito is proof that you don’t need rum to make a seriously good drink. Fresh mint, zesty lime, a little sweetness, and lots of fizz – that’s the whole magic. It’s the drink I reach for on hot afternoons, at summer BBQs, and whenever I want something that tastes like a vacation.
The key is muddling the mint gently. You want the oils released, not the leaves shredded into bits. Pair that with freshly squeezed lime juice and ice-cold soda water and you’ve got a mocktail that’s crisp, refreshing, and dangerously easy to drink.
Virgin Mojito
A classic mojito without the rum - fresh mint, zesty lime, and fizzy soda over ice in 5 minutes.
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Ingredients
Method
- Add the mint leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup to a sturdy glass.
- Muddle gently with a muddler or the back of a spoon until the mint smells fragrant.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Top with soda water and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with lime wheels and a sprig of fresh mint.
- Serve immediately with a straw.