Fresh Virgin Mojito Recipe Easy Homemade Mint and Lime Drink Guide
A refreshing and easy-to-make non-alcoholic mojito featuring fresh mint, lime, sugar, and sparkling water. Perfect for hot days, family gatherings, and any occasion needing a cool, zesty drink.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Caribbean-inspired
Ingredients
- 10 to 12 fresh mint leaves per glass (washed thoroughly)
- 1 to 2 fresh limes per serving, juiced and sliced
- 1 to 2 teaspoons granulated sugar per glass (adjust to taste; can substitute honey or agave syrup)
- 8 ounces (240 ml) sparkling water per glass, chilled
- Ice cubes or crushed ice
- Optional: small slice fresh ginger (muddled with mint)
- Optional: cucumber slices
- Optional: lime zest
Instructions
- Wash mint leaves thoroughly and pat dry. Use about 10-12 leaves per glass. Cut 1 to 2 limes into wedges and juice another half lime.
- Place mint leaves and 1-2 teaspoons sugar in a glass. Gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to release oils without shredding leaves.
- Add freshly squeezed lime juice and a few lime wedges to the glass. Stir gently to blend sugar and citrus.
- Fill the glass nearly full with ice cubes or crushed ice.
- Pour chilled sparkling water (about 8 oz) over the ice. Stir lightly to combine without flattening the fizz.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime wheel on the rim. Serve immediately.
Notes
[‘Be gentle when muddling mint to avoid bitterness.’, ‘Adjust sugar to taste; start with less and add more if needed.’, ‘Use fresh sparkling water poured just before serving to keep fizz lively.’, ‘Crushed ice chills faster and dilutes quicker; cubed ice keeps drink stronger longer.’, ‘Mint and sugar base can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead; add lime juice and sparkling water just before serving.’, ‘Avoid over-muddling mint to prevent grassy or bitter flavors.’, ‘Fresh lime juice is preferred for best flavor; bottled lime juice can be used with sugar adjustment.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz
- Calories: 6080
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
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