Description
Few drinks are as refreshing and crowd-pleasing as the Virgin Mojito. With its invigorating mix of lime, mint, and fizz, it’s the perfect alcohol-free mocktail for summer days, brunches, or casual entertaining. Easy to make, elegant to serve, and endlessly customizable, this drink captures the essence of cool in a glass.
Ingredients
8–10 fresh mint leaves
1/2 lime, cut into wedges
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup club soda
1/2 cup crushed ice
1 lime wheel (optional, for garnish)
1 mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Add lime wedges and sugar to a highball glass. Toss in the mint leaves.
2. Use a muddler to gently press and twist, releasing juices and oils.
3. Fill the glass three-quarters full with crushed ice.
4. Pour in club soda (or lemon-lime soda, if desired).
5. Stir gently to blend.
6. Garnish with a mint sprig and lime wheel.
7. Serve immediately.
Notes
Fresh lime juice and mint make all the difference — avoid bottled or dried versions.
Adjust sugar or add flavored soda for sweetness.
For a fruity twist, add berries or pineapple during muddling.
Make the mint-lime base ahead of time but wait to add soda and ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink / Mocktail
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Cuban-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 250ml)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: virgin mojito, mocktail, lime drink, summer drink, mint beverage