Jump into warm weather fun with this ice-cold, sweet, and refreshing lemon mojito mocktail. Don’t miss this twist on the classic mojito and make it with sun-bright, juicy, and zesty lemons available in spring.
About This Recipe
Mocktails are non-alcoholic and refreshing mixed drinks that mimic the taste, presentation, and complexity of cocktails. They are made by blending ingredients such as fruit juices, flavored syrups, carbonated soft drinks, herbs, and spices, resulting in a flavorful and vibrant beverage.
Mojitos mocktails are one of my favorite summer drinks because they are cool, minty, and bubbly with a perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness. This delicious lemon mojito mocktail is a mix of freshly squeezed lemon juice, a touch of simple syrup, and mint leaves which are muddled gently to release their juice and oils. Next, sparkling water is poured over the mixture to add a fizzy texture to the drink.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: Mojitos are my favorite spring/summer drinks because they are really easy to make. Made with 4 simple ingredients and ready in a few minutes.
- Non-alcoholic: The non-alcoholic mojito mocktail is a fun drink perfect for all age groups and non-drinkers.
- Refreshing Citrus Burst: This mojito mocktail combines freshly squeezed lemon juice with simple syrup and mint to make an irresistible thirst-quenching summer drink! When life gives you lemons you should make this lemon mojito! 🍋
Lemon Mojito Mocktail Ingredients
- Lemons: Freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the flavor of mojito and adds a pleasant tang.
- Simple syrup: Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener made of equal parts white granulated sugar and water. The mixture is simmered until the sugar has dissolved completely. It is commonly used in cocktails and mocktails because it easily dissolves in cold liquids.
- Mint leaves: Spearmint is the most common type of mint used in mojito recipes. Its subtle sweetness and mild taste make it perfect for mocktails.
- Sparkling water: The sparkling water adds fizz and sparkle to the mocktail.
How to Make Virgin Lemon Mojito
- Take a sturdy glass and add the mint leaves to it. Add fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. Start with 2 tablespoons of simple syrup and adjust according to your taste preferences.
- Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently muddle mint leaves to release oils.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes or crushed ice.
- Pour sparkling water or soda over the ice and stir gently to combine the ingredients.
- Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint.
Expert Tips
- To sweeten a mojito mocktail, you can use simple syrup or muddle sugar with mint leaves and lime wedges.
- Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener made of equal parts white granulated sugar and water. The mixture is simmered until the sugar has dissolved completely.
- For the best flavor, always use fresh mint leaves and fresh lemon juice.
- Use sparkling water or club soda to give it an extra fizz.
Variations
- Make it fruity: You can easily make a fruity variation of the lemon mojito mocktail. Just muddle fresh fruits such as strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or watermelon chunks with mint leaves and other ingredients in a shaker or glass to release their juices.
- Use sugar instead of simple syrup: Classic mojito recipes call for granulated sugar, but I like using simple syrup because it dissolves quickly.
- With alcohol: This mocktail can easily be adjusted into an alcoholic adult cocktail by adding a splash of white rum.
FAQs
What Is a Lemon Mojito Mocktail Made Of?
A lemon mojito is made of fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, and sparkling water.
What Can I Use Instead of Sparkling Water?
Depending on your preference replace sparkling water with club soda, plain water, lemon-lime soda, or ginger ale. You may need to adjust the sweetness according to the sweetness of the ingredients you are using.
Did you like the lemon mojito mocktail recipe? Try my virgin pina colada 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
- 6-8 mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup
- 4-6 ounces of sparkling water
- Crushed ice
- Mint sprigs for garnish
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
Step 1
Take a sturdy glass and add the mint leaves to it. Add fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. Start with 2 tablespoons of simple syrup and adjust according to your taste preferences.
Step 2
Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently muddle mint leaves to release oils. Fill the glass with ice cubes or crushed ice.
Step 3
Pour sparkling water or soda over the ice and stir gently to combine the ingredients. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint.
