Virgin Mojito Cocktail

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Author: Aishwarya S
A glass of mojito with lime and mint sits on a wooden tray beside whole limes, a spoon, and a jar of brown sugar.

Complete with the freshness of mint and lime, this non-alcoholic spin on the classic cocktail is a popular beverage option for summer barbecues, brunches and high tea parties. Contemporary innovations of the mocktail have also included a variety of citrus beyond limes and lemons, using ingredients such as grapefruit and yuzu. 

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • Fresh mint leaves
    6
  • Lime wedges (or 15 ml fresh lime juice)
    2
  • Simple syrup (or to taste)
    10ml
  • Soda water (to top)
  • Ice cubes

Method

  1. Step 1

    In a tall glass, muddle the mint leaves and lime wedges lightly to release oil and juice—do not shred the herb.

  2. Step 2

    Add the simple syrup and fill with ice cubes, then fill with soda water to the brim of the glass.

  3. Step 3

    Stir lightly to combine the flavours well, and serve at once, before garnishing with a sprig of mint or slice of lime, if desired.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Dissolve the syrup or sugar completely prior to adding the soda, since undissolved sugar will settle and cause unevenness in sweetness, particularly as there is no alcohol to assist in carrying flavours.

  • Utilise cold soda water and not room temperature, since when chilled, it mixes better and lasts longer in terms of carbonation.

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