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    the Best Virgin Mojito {Mojito Mocktail}

    Published: Apr 29, 2021 · Modified: Apr 29, 2021 by Elise Shivamber · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This Virgin Mojito is all of the delicious flavor but none of the alcohol. A Mojito Mocktail perfect for family-friendly crowds, a new favorite non-alcoholic drink, and a great way to unwind without the buzz.

    completed mocktail mojito in a tall glass with limes, a muddler and other glass in the background.

    Lime, fresh mint and granulated sugar topped with bubbly club soda. The fresh muddled limes and mint combined with the sugar give a crunchy and refreshing taste. A refreshing mocktail with none of the alcohol!

    You will particularly enjoy this mocktail if you go for the classics or light and refreshing flavors. I love non-alcoholic drinks using real fruits, like my Spicy Cinnamon Pineapple & Ginger Mocktail, Pineapple Water / Agua de Piña or Orange Agua Fresca / Agua de Naranja.

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    • Highlights of this Recipe
    • Ingredients & Substitutions
    • Equipment Needed
    • Step-By-Step Instructions
    • Mojito Mocktail Variations
    • Tips, Tricks & Frequently Asked Questions
    • Mocktails You May Also Like
    • 📖 Recipe

    When I was in high school, we lived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. There was this restaurant located in the Intercontinental Hotel that we frequented that served the best virgin mojitos. They made them with granulated sugar and lots of mint and limes. 

    I loved the crunch of the sugar in some sips, and how it had many layers of flavor. When I turned 21 I tried the alcoholic version and didn’t like it nearly as much! Mocktail mojitos are my go-to virgin cocktail. They look alcoholic (if you’re worried about that) and taste honestly better?!

    Highlights of this Recipe

    This recipe is:

    • Non-alcoholic
    • 4 Ingredients
    • Delicious
    • Easy
    • Family-friendly

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    bowl of lime wedges, bowl of fresh mint leaves, a bowl of sugar and a pyrex glass of club soda.
    • Mint. A must have in a mojito. Substitute for basil, but it will not be traditional.
    • Lime. A must have in a mojito. Substitute for orange or grapefruit, but it will not be traditional.
    • Sugar. Granulated sugar is best to get a delicious crunch and pop of flavor in the drink. Substitute for simple syrup, honey or agave. 
    • Club Soda. To get that bubbly, light taste in a mocktail mojito, you substitute the rum and club soda for only club soda. I prefer using sparkling mineral water like Topo Chico. Use club soda, mineral water, seltzer or sparkling lime water.

    Equipment Needed

    Muddler:

    • Budget Friendly: Use the bottom of a clean cooking spoon! 
    • Convenience Friendly: Buy a small muddler in either wood or steel.

    Highball Glasses: Highball glasses are taller and hold more in them. Use highball glasses for drinks that are topped with non-alcoholic mixers like soda or ginger beer. These are from Target!

    Step-By-Step Instructions

    • mocktail mojito,virgin mojito
      Add Limes
    • mocktail mojito,virgin mojito
      Muddle Limes
    • mocktail mojito,virgin mojito
      Add Limes, Mint & Sugar

    STEP ONE: Muddle half of the lime in your glass.

    STEP TWO: Add the sugar, remaining lime and mint leaves. Muddle to release lime juice and essential oils of the mint.

    STEP THREE: Add ice cubes, top with club soda or mineral water and stir.

    STEP FOUR: Garnish with fresh mint sprig or lime wedge.

    Mojito Mocktail Variations

    Want to mix it up? Trying adding the following to this virgin mojito:

    • Fresh or frozen berries: strawberry or blackberry are my favorites!
    • Other citrus like grapefruits or oranges.
    • Add jalapeños to make it a little spicy.
    • Swap out the mint for another herb like basil!
    • Add a few chunks of cucumber!
    • Used crushed ice cubes to make this mocktail recipe even more fun!
    close up of muddled lime wedges, mint and sugar in a glass

    Tips, Tricks & Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a mocktail mojito made of?

    A virgin mojito has fresh limes, mint, granulated sugar and club soda.

    Do I have to use granulated sugar in a mojito?

    Nope, but i highly suggest it. The best part of a mojito is the crunch from granulated sugar. If you use simple syrup, honey or agave syrup you skip that part.

    What do I use instead of rum in a mocktail mojito?

    You can always use a non-alcoholic rum substitute, or swap for only club soda (my preference).

    overhead shot of mint in a virgin mojito with lime wedges and mint with a muddler in the back

    Mocktails You May Also Like

    • Spicy Cinnamon Pineapple & Ginger Mocktail
    • Simple Pineapple Ginger Immunity Juice
    • Orange Agua Fresca / Agua de Naranja

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    overhead look at a completed mocktail mojito in a tall glass with limes, a muddler and other glass in the background.

    the Best Virgin Mojito {Mojito Mocktail}

    Elise Shivamber
    This Virgin Mojito is all of the delicious flavor but none of the alcohol. A Mojito Mocktail perfect for family-friendly crowds, a new favorite non-alcoholic drink, and a great way to unwind without the buzz.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 mocktail
    Calories 116 kcal

    Equipment

    • Muddler

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup club soda (topo chico preferred)
    • 1 lime cut into four wedges; washed thoroughly
    • 5 mint leaves washed thoroughly
    • 2 TBSP granulated sugar

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the lime into four wedges.
    • Add two lime wedges into a tall glass.
    • Muddle gently to release the lime juice.
    • Add the sugar, mint leaves and remaining two lime wedges to the glass.
    • Gently muddle again to release the juices of the limes and mint.
    • Add ice and half of the club soda and stir.
    • Pour remaining club soda.
    • Best to enjoy with a straw!

    Notes

    Mint. A must have in a mojito. Substitute for basil, but it will not be traditional.
    Lime. A must have in a mojito. Substitute for orange or grapefruit, but it will not be traditional.
    Sugar. Granulated sugar is best to get a delicious crunch and pop of flavor in the drink. Substitute for simple syrup, honey or agave.
    Club Soda. To get that bubbly, light taste in a mocktail mojito, you substitute the rum and club soda for only club soda. I prefer using sparkling mineral water like Topo Chico. Use club soda, mineral water, seltzer or sparkling lime water.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 53mgPotassium: 102mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 246IUVitamin C: 21mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword 4-ingredient, club soda, lime, mint, mocktail, non-alcoholic
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