This HEALTHY, easy VIRGIN MOJITO MOCKTAIL RECIPE IS SIMPLE TO MAKE. IT'S A PERFECT NON ALCOHOLIC COCKTAIL THAT CAN BE MADE FOR ONE OR FOR A CROWD IN A PITCHER.
Looking for a simple virgin mojito mocktail recipe?
This recipe is easy to make at home for the whole family to enjoy.
This non-alcoholic cocktail is:
- Easy- with minimal ingredients and no bartending skills required, this refreshing drink is simple and cheap to make.
- Low in calories- by using a sugar free sweetener and club soda, you can create low calorie mocktails at home.
- Easily adapted- need a mocktail recipe for a crowd? Simply increase these quantities and make it in a pitcher.
What is a virgin mojito?
This refreshing mojito drink is typically made during the warmer weather and served in a high ball glass with ice. Classic mojitos are made with rum, sugar or simple syrup, fresh lime juice, soda water and fresh mint.
The glass is then garnished with more mint and lime wedges.
My non alcoholic version omits the rum and uses healthier sugar alternatives. Having said that, there are some brilliant non-alcoholic rum coming to market, so if you can find one that you love, I've included recommended quantities below.
If you love mojitos, don't forget to check out these recipes too:
Equipment you'll need
Glasses: high ball glasses are typically used for virgin mojito mocktails, but if you don't have them no stress! With the gorgeous combination of the mint, lime and ice, these drinks look great in any glass.
A muddler: if you have a normal muddler thats perfect. If not, I find the back end of a wooden spoon works perfectly. There are some notes on muddling below.
Pitcher or jug: if you want to make this for a crowd, just increase the quantities and muddle inside a jug. You can even ‘pre-muddle’ the lime, mint and sweetener, then pop it in the fridge. Then just top it with ice and sparkling water when your guests arrive.
Mojito mocktail ingredients
Lime: fresh limes are best if you can afford and have access to them. If you can't, there are so many amazing bottled lime juices out there now, so opt for those if that suits you better!
Fresh mint: mint is a must in this mocktail recipe! Don't shred or chop it, the muddling releases it's lovely flavours perfectly.
Sweetener of choice: I used monk fruit sweetener in this virgin mojito recipe, which is a low carb sugar replacement.
You could also use Stevia, coconut sugar, honey, or any sweetener of your choice. If you like tangy flavours, you might omit the sweetener altogether.
Soda water: use your sparkling water of choice. If you're unable to get fresh limes, another option is to use limeade or a citrus sparkling water for some extra flavour.
Ice: I love crushed ice in this recipe, but regular ice cubes are fine too!
Alcohol free rum: again, this is an optional ingredient, but if you find one you love definitely pop it in!
Virgin Mojito variations
Instead of soda water, you could also use ginger ale, kombucha, or any other sparkling drink of your choice.
Jalapeños: want to give your mocktails a little kick? Try some jalapeños muddled with the lime - it's divine!
If you love classic mocktails like this one, be sure to check out my blue lagoon mocktail and virgin cosmopolitan too.
Enjoy these delicious, easy virgin mojitos!
Easy Virgin Mojito Mocktail
Ingredients
- 1 lime quartered
- 10 mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon sweetener of choice see notes
- sparkling water
- 30 mls non alcoholic rum optional
Instructions
- Place lime and sweetener in a glass.
- Muddle for about 1 minute to release the juice from the lime.
- Clap the mint in your hands a few times to release the scent. Place it in the glass and press gently with the muddler 2-3 times.
- Add non alcoholic rum (if using).
- Top with sparkling water and ice. Stir.
- Garnish with slices of lime or some extra mint and serve.
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Notes
Nutrition
NUTRITIONAL VALUES ARE ESTIMATES ONLY AND DO NOT INCLUDE CARBS FROM SUGAR ALCOHOLS.
Cate says
So good! And I have a Kentucky Colonel Mint growing in my garden. Needed a good non-alc. beverage to use it all up! Thank you!
Can you recommend where one can get non-alcohol rum?
Nat says
Hi Cate,
Oooo that sounds absolutely perfect! My mint julep mocktail would also work a treat with your lovely fresh mint.
As for your question, I love the Lyre's non-alcoholic rum, it's delicious.
Cheers
Nat
Ange says
These were just delicious, and so easy too. Thank you for sharing!
The Mindful Mocktail says
It's such a pleasure, I adore virgin mojitos too! Cheers.
Sharni Thomas says
Thank you so much for the amazing recipe! We tried this on the weekends and they were delicious and very refreshing. So yummy, thank you 😊😊
The Mindful Mocktail says
My pleasure, I'm so pleased you enjoyed it!
Debra says
How much water do you use? They look so refreshing!
The Mindful Mocktail says
Hi Debra, thanks for your lovely comment and question! If you click on each of the virgin mojito recipes, it breaks down each ingredient and the required quantity. I hope that helps! Cheers Nat.
Liz says
What is the best sparkling water for this drink? Can’t wait to try it😊
The Mindful Mocktail says
Hi Liz, thanks for your question! Any of your preferred soda water brands would work! I used San Pellegrino and it was perfect.
Lucie Palka says
Oh Mohitos, how I love them!l Perfect summer drink. I love mint and lime.
The Mindful Mocktail says
I couldn't agree more Lucie, they are perfect for Summer! And super easy too.
Katarina Van Der Linden says
This is so delicious! I make one quite often. It's easy, fun and delightful. Love it 💙
The Mindful Mocktail says
Thanks so much for the feedback on the virgin mojito Kat! I'm so happy you love the recipe.
Vicki Upward says
Made the Virgin Mohito last for my husband and I . It was so delicious, I made myself another one ! Just the right balance of flavours . Loved it ❤️❤️
The Mindful Mocktail says
Hi Vicki,
I'm so pleased you enjoyed it!
Thank you for your lovely review.
xx