Virgin Mojito
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Virgin Mojito
Description
This Virgin Mojito mocktail uses fresh spearmint leaves and lime wedges muddled together to release essential oils and juice, forming a fragrant and flavorful base. Granulated sugar is added and muddled further to dissolve slightly and add texture. The mixture is then combined with ice and topped with club soda, providing effervescence and lightness.
The fresh lime offers bright citrus acidity contrasted by cooling herbal notes from the mint. Granulated sugar adds subtle sweetness and a slight texture distinct from syrup or liquid sweeteners. The club soda gives sparkling bubbles without additional flavors, maintaining clarity and refreshing qualities.
Served in a sturdy glass with ice and garnished with mint and lime wedge, this beverage fits well as a cool, non-alcoholic alternative at warm gatherings or as a simple, flavorful refreshment anytime.
Variations can include substituting the sugar with honey, agave, or simple syrup depending on texture preference, and choosing sparkling water or clear sodas. Quantity adjustments can be made for sweetness and lime intensity.
Ingredients
- 10 mint leaf plus more for garnish (see note 1, fresh
- 1/2 lime cut into 4 wedges, divided
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar or to taste (see note 2)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1/2 cup club soda (see note 3)
Instructions
- In a medium sturdy glass, add mint leaves and 1 lime wedge. Use a muddler to crush the mint and lime, releasing the mint oils and lime juice.
- Add 2 more lime wedges and the sugar, and muddle again to release the lime juice. Do not strain the mixture.
- Fill the glass almost to the top with ice. Add club soda and more sugar to taste if desired. Garnish with mint leaves and remaining lime wedge.
Notes
- Spearmint is traditional for mojitos, not peppermint.
- Granulated sugar gives texture; alternatives like agave or honey can be substituted but change mouthfeel.
- Club soda can be replaced with sparkling water or clear soda such as Sprite or 7Up.
- This recipe yields one serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 mocktail | |
| Calories | 110kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 41mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 57mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 425IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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