Classic Nojito

 
Close-up of a refreshing mojito cocktail with lime and mint, perfect for summer.

Classic Nojito

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Minty fresh and totally booze-free, the Nojito is your go-to mocktail when you want cool, crisp, and clean with zero compromise. Packed with muddled mint, zesty lime, a touch of sweetness, and a bubbly top of soda water, it’s everything you love about a mojito—minus the rum and the questionable decisions. Sip, chill, repeat.
Servings 2
Calories 57

Ingredients

  • 15-20 mint leaves plus more for garnish
  • 4 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed is best)
  • 4 tbs Agave simple syrup or sweetener of your choice (see notes)
  • 20 oz Sparkling Water (see Notes)
  • 2 Lime Slices
  • Ice

Instructions

  • Muddle the mint with lime juice in a tall glass or shaker cup to release the juice. This releases the lovely mint aroma and starts to extract the oils, resulting in a stronger mint flavor. Don't over muddle.
  • Add the agave simple syrup, then some ice. If you are using a shaker cup shake mixture for about 10 seconds. If not using a shaker cup, stir the mixture in the glass.
  • Fill 2 short glasses (or one tall glass) with ice and pour strained mixture over ice.
  • Add sparkling water. I love using Spindrift Nojito for this. A lime seltzer also works great, but any sparkling water will work.
  • Gently stir the sparkling water into the rest of the ingredients
  • Garnish with extra mint and lime.

Notes

  • Be careful not to "over muddle" the mint as it can cause bitterness. 
  • Fresh squeezed lime juice is best, but if you use bottle, just make sure there is no added sugar
  • I absolutely love Spindrift Nojito for this recipe because it has the lime and the mint flavor. It was basically made for this recipe!
  • For the simple syrup, I make this in small batches. I use agave, but you could use honey, syrup, sugar or a sugar substitute.
    • Combine one part agave (or your sweetener of choice) and one part water in a pot on the stove. I usually will do 1 cup each. 
    • Stir and heat until the sugar has dissolved. You don't need to boil it. Just heat it enough to help the sugar dissolve. Then remove from heat and store. 
  • Add sweetener to your taste! If you like it sweet, add a little more than the recipe calls for. If you like it less sweet, then add a little less. 
Garnish with extra mint and lime. 
Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 57kcal
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