A blueberry mojito mocktail is a refreshing and fruity drink that is perfect for sipping on a warm day. The blueberry syrup gives the beverage its deep blue-purple color that blends beautifully with the zesty lime juice and cooling mint.
About This Recipe
What’s more refreshing than the tangy-sweet flavor of blueberries? Perfectly balanced with lime, blueberry syrup, and fresh mint leaves, the blueberry mojito is always my favorite. You just need 5 ingredients for our blueberry mojito mocktail. If you love fruity flavors and colorful drinks, then you should try these mocktails.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Simple preparation and ingredients: The recipe for a blueberry mocktail is relatively simple to make. All you need is 5 ingredients and a bit of time!
- Non-alcoholic: Blueberry mocktail is a perfect option for those who prefer not to drink alcohol.
- Perfect for any occasion: A blueberry mojito mocktail can be a fantastic choice for parties, summer barbecues, and picnics.
What do You need to Make Blueberry Mojito Mocktail?
- Blueberry syrup: Using homemade blueberry syrup for this recipe is highly recommended as it provides the best flavor and allows you to control the sweetness of the mocktail according to your preference.
- Fresh mint leaves: Use fresh mint leaves. If the mint looks wilted, soak them in ice water for 10 minutes. Gently twist the mint leaves between your hands to release the flavors and oils but be careful not to tear the mint leaves.
- Blueberries: Use fresh blueberries and muddle them with mint leaves.
- Sparkling Water: Plain or Lemon-flavored sparkling water or soda is the best option for this mojito.
- Lime juice: Fresh lime juice adds brightness and a little bit of tartness to the mojito.
How to Make Blueberry Simple Syrup?
To make homemade blueberry syrup, combine fresh blueberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan and simmer until the blueberries burst and release their juices, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat when the syrup has slightly thickened. Let it cool and strain the syrup to remove any fruit pulp and have a smooth, flavorful blueberry syrup.
How to Make Blueberry Virgin Mojito?
- Gently twist the mint leaves between your hands to release the flavors and oils but be careful not to tear the mint leaves. Muddle together the mint leaves and lime wedges in a cocktail shaker or pitcher.
- Add blueberry syrup and ice. Shake until chilled for 30 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into the rimmed glass. Top each glass with sparkling water.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lime slices.
Variations
- Blueberry Mojito Mocktail With Sprite: Sprite is a clear, lemon-lime soda that adds a refreshing and bubbly texture to the drink. To make this blueberry mojito just substitute sparkling water with the Sprite.
- Basil Blueberry Mojito Mocktail: Instead of using mint leaves, replace them with fresh basil leaves.
- Ginger Blueberry Mojito Mocktail: Muddle mint leaves and lime wedges with fresh ginger slices or ginger syrup to add a spicy and warming flavor to the mocktail.
- Berry Mojito Mocktail: Add fresh strawberries to the recipe and enjoy the mixed berry mocktail.
FAQs
What Kind of Mint Should I Use for a Mocktail?
The most commonly used mint variety for mocktails is spearmint. Spearmint has a pleasantly sweet taste and a strong minty aroma.
Did you like the blueberry mojito mocktail recipe? Try my blackberry mojito mocktail recipe as well! Leave your comment below and If you make this recipe, be sure to tag your photos #yummynotes
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons blueberry syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
- 2/3 cup sparkling water or soda
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Fresh mint leaves and blueberries for garnish
- For The Simple Blueberry Syrup:
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup granulates sugar
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
Step 1
To make homemade blueberry syrup, combine fresh blueberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan and simmer until the blueberries burst and release their juices, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
Remove from heat when the syrup has slightly thickened. Let it cool and strain the syrup to remove any fruit pulp and have a smooth, flavorful blueberry syrup.
Step 3
Gently twist the mint leaves between your hands to release the flavors and oils but be careful not to tear the mint leaves.
Step 4
Muddle together the mint leaves and lime wedges in a cocktail shaker or pitcher. Add blueberry syrup and ice.
Step 5
Shake until chilled for 30 seconds. Strain the mocktail into the rimmed glass.
Step 6
Top each glass with sparkling water. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, blueberries, and lime slices.