Virgin Mojito
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Virgin Mojito
Description
This Virgin Mojito recipe uses fresh lime juice and agave syrup muddled together with fresh mint leaves to release the aromatic oils and flavor. Pouring sparkling water over the muddled base and ice lightens the drink and adds effervescence. The process of muddling for at least one minute ensures even flavor extraction without bitterness from over-crushing the mint.
The drink has a clean, bright citrus character balanced by the natural sweetness of agave syrup and a refreshing mint fragrance. It offers a lively mouthfeel from the sparkling water while remaining alcohol-free, making it suitable for a variety of settings and guests.
Serving with a lime wedge and additional mint leaves enhances the presentation and aroma. It is ideal for warm weather or as a light palate cleanser alongside meals.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup lime juice fresh
- 2 teaspoons agave syrup or sweetener of choice
- 10 mint leaves
- sparkling water
- lime wedged, for garnish
- mint leaves additional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, muddle together the lime juice, agave, and mint leaves, at least 1 minute.
- Pour the muddled mixture into a glass with ice and pour the sparkling water over it all.
- Mix lightly, place a lime wedge on the glass and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Mojitos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 42 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 42kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 228IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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