Mojito Mocktail Recipe

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This mojito mocktail recipe is the perfect refreshment for any time of day. We particularly enjoy it all summer long with our fresh mint from the garden. We may even have to try growing mint indoors so that we can enjoy it in the winter. 

Fresh From the Garden Mint Tea  

What is a mojito?

A traditional mojito consists of rum, sugar, lime juice, mint, and club soda. Our mojito mocktail recipe gets replaces the rum and the club soda with tonic water. 

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What is tonic water?

Tonic water is a carbonated drink with quinine in it that is sweet with a bitter taste. Quinine is developed from the bark of a specific tree and has been used as an antimalarial treatment. 

Do I have to use tonic water in this Mojito Mocktail Recipe?

You don’t! We have substituted plain seltzer water for tonic water. Seltzer water is unsweetened, so you can add a teaspoon of sugar or a simple syrup to the drink to sweeten it. We like the tonic water because there is a slightly bitter taste that reminds us a bit of the aftertaste of rum. 

Can I add anything to the Mojito Mocktail recipe?

Absolutely! Add sliced strawberries or crushed blueberries to give it an extra fruity spin. Other fruits you could try are mango and pineapple. You can also add basil for a different herbal note. 

If you want to add a kick, add a thin slice of a spicy pepper!  Another option is to have flavored seltzers to change up the flavors. 

Check out the trays we use for tiny ice cubes! 

Here’s our Basil Iced Tea Recipe if you’re looking for another herbal drink!

Mojito Mocktail Party Idea: Create a build-your-own Mojito Mocktail Bar. Have an assortment of fruit and herbs, a bucket of ice, cups, and an assortment of seltzers or tonic water. 

Mojito Mocktail Recipe: Makes one cup

1  cup of tonic water  (preferably chilled)

½ of a small to medium lime (1 tablespoon of lime juice)

5-10 mint leaves

Ice

In a glass, squeeze a half of a lime (or use about 1 tablespoon of lime juice) and add mint leaves. Either crush the mint in between your fingers or use a spoon to help release the oils. 

Add as much ice to the glass as you would like and fill the glass to the top with tonic water. Garnish with lime and mint. Serve immediately.  Don’t forget to rate the recipe and comment below if you try it! 

Mojito Mocktail Recipe

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Non-alcoholic mojito mocktail recipe with only 3 ingredients!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 1 cup

Course: Drinks

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup tonic water preferably chilled
• ½ of a small to medium lime 1 tablespoon of lime juice
• 5-10 mint leaves
• Ice

Method

 

1. In a glass, squeeze a half of a lime (or use about 1 tablespoon of lime juice) and add mint leaves. Either crush the mint in between your fingers or use a spoon to help release the oils.
2. Add as much ice to the glass as you would like and fill the glass to the top with tonic water. Garnish with lime and mint. Serve immediately.

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