Description
This lemon mojito mocktail is a refreshing non-alcoholic drink that balances sweet, tart, and herbal flavors. Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a bright and tangy twist to the classic mojito profile. Fresh mint leaves are muddled with a touch of simple syrup to create a cooling herbal base while sparkling water adds an effervescent quality. This mojito mocktail is perfect all year long and suitable for all ages!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sprig of fresh mint, about 8 leaves
- 1/2 – 1 tablespoon light agave syrup or simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ice
- sparkling water or seltzer, to top
- optional garnish: lemon rounds and mint leaves
Instructions
- Add the mint and agave syrup (or simple syrup) to your glass. Gently muddle the mint for about 30 seconds until highly fragrant.
- Add the lemon juice to your glass, then fill it with ice and top it with the sparkling water.
- Give it a gentle stir then add a garnish of mint leaves and a lemon slice if you like! Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You’ll need 1-2 lemons to yield enough juice for the recipe.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: drink