Virgin Mango Orange Mojito
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4.3
Virgin Mango Orange Mojito
Description
This non-alcoholic mojito starts with fresh mint leaves muddled to release their oils, creating a fragrant herbal base. Granulated sugar is crushed with the mint to dissolve and add sweetness. Orange juice and mango nectar contribute tropical, juicy flavor, enhanced by the tart lime juice. Seltzer water adds carbonation to lighten and refresh the drink.
Serving over ice with an orange slice garnish keeps the drink cool and aromatic. The fresh mint and citrus juices balance sweetness and tartness, making it an inviting beverage for warm weather or any time a flavorful, alcohol-free cocktail is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mint tightly packed, fresh
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup mango nectar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
- 12 ounces seltzer water
- 2 cups ice
- 1 orange sliced, for garnish
Instructions
- Add mint leaves into a pitcher. Muddle the mint with a muddler or a wide-handled wooden utensil. You want to bruise the leaves and release the oils.
- Add the sugar to the pitcher and use the muddler to crush it into the mint leaves.
- Pour in the orange juice, mango juice, lime juice, and seltzer water. Stir to combine.
- Fill glasses with 1/2 cup of ice each. Pour in the virgin mojito and garnish with a lemon slice. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 132 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 132kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sodium | 31mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 269mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 29g | 58% |
| Vitamin A | 1112IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 63mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.