This Strawberry Mojito Mocktail is a delicious non-alcoholic version of the classic Cuban mojito, bursting with refreshing mint, zesty lemon, and sweet and juicy strawberries. The sparkling water adds fizziness, replacing the white rum.
Serve this easy virgin strawberry mojito in a jug with ice, fresh mint leaves, sliced strawberries, and fresh lemon slices as fruity garnish. This summer-ready drink is perfect for kids and adults as a pool party beverage or non-boozy sunsets!
Also, for other refreshing non alcoholic drinks, try this Refreshing Cucumber Lemon Ginger Water, Quick And Easy Fruity Smoothie, or Green smoothie.
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🍓 Why you will love this Mocktail
- A non-alcoholic twist on the classic mojito, combining the zing of lemon and mint with sweet strawberries.
- Every sip is a sip of summer with its vibrant red hue and fresh strawberries - ideal for any hot day!
- The flavors are perfectly balanced with zesty lemon, sweet and tart strawberries, and refreshing mint.
- And, Appropriate for all ages or guests who don’t consume alcohol.
🍹 Ingredients
This simple strawberry mojito mocktail is made with only 5 ingredients in 5 minutes from start to finish! Here’s a quick look at what you’ll need to get started:
- Strawberries - Freshly diced strawberries. Save a few extra strawberries for garnish.
- Lemon - Sliced. Fresh lime can also be used.
- Sparkling water - You can also use a light-colored soda of your choice.
- Mint leaves - About 10-20 leaves. Wash the leaves well and remove them from the stem.
- Ice - Optional. Whole cubes or slightly crushed cubes will work.
🍸 Variations
While this strawberry mojito mocktail is made with minimal ingredients, there are still various ways to adapt this thirst-quenching beverage to suit your preferences. I’ve listed a few ideas to get those creative juices flowing:
- Liquid: I’ve used sparkling water, but you can use your favorite light-colored soda, such as club soda, lemon-lime soda, fizzy lime juice, or even ginger ale, for a slightly spicy kick.
- Sweetness: If you love an extra sweet mojito, add agave, sugar, or a simple syrup from granulated sugar, mint leaves, and water.
- Citrus: Lime can be used instead of lemon.
- Berries: Raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries can be used instead of strawberries or in addition to it.
- Alcohol: Turn this mojito mocktail recipe into a boozy beverage by adding white rum to the mixture.
- Serving: This strawberry mojito mocktail can be served in individual glasses with sugar rims or in a larger pitcher. You can also easily double or halve this recipe to cater to the right amount of people.
📋 Instructions
- First, prepare the strawberries and lemon by washing and slicing the fruit. Then, add the sliced strawberries and lemon with the mint leaves to a jug and crush them with a muddle or the back of a wooden spoon (step 1).
- Then, add the ice cubes if you are choosing to include some (step 2)
Tip: You can prepare the sliced strawberries and lemon in advance and stored in separate airtight containers in the fridge. Always wash your fresh ingredients.
- Next, pour the sparkling water or soda into the jug and stir the ingredients to combine.
Tip: Chill the jug in the fridge or freezer before assembling the mocktail to keep the mixture fresher for longer. The same can be done with individual glasses.
- Finally, garnish with whole mint leaves, sliced fresh strawberries, and slices of lemon. And that’s it!
💭 FAQs
A mocktail is a non-alcoholic version of a classic cocktail. The term “mock” refers to something that mimics or imitates in some way. In this instance, the flavor profile of the mocktail is very similar to the classic mojito cocktail, except that a mocktail contains zero alcohol.
Absolutely! Add three ounces of your favorite brand of white rum to this recipe to turn this mocktail into a delicious boozy cocktail! It’s as simple as that!
Light or silver rum is the preferred choice for making a classic boozy mojito, as the flavor is smooth and subtle, allowing the flavors of mint and citrus to shine through.
Yes! Instead of serving this mocktail in a serving jug, add it to an individual glass and decorate it with a sugar rim, mint sprigs, sliced strawberries, sliced lemon (or lime), and a drink umbrella.
The refreshing and citrusy flavor of a classic mojito (and this strawberry mojito recipe) makes it ideal for serving alongside party appetizers and snacks, seafood, grilled meats, and Latin American cuisine.
This strawberry mint mocktail is best enjoyed immediately after it has been made. That said, you can store the leftover virgin mojito mixture in the serving jug, covered tightly with plastic wrap, for 24-48 hours in the fridge.
Remember that sparkling or soda water will lose its fizziness after a day.
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📖 Strawberry Mojito Mocktail
Equipment
- 1 knife
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 2 large glasses or mason jars
Ingredients
- 1 and ½ cup strawberries + extra for garnish diced
- 1 lemon sliced
- 2 can sparkling water or light-coloured soda of choice
- 10-20 leaves mint
- Ice optional
Instructions
- Wash all fruits.
- Slice strawberries and lemon, add them each mason jar with the mint leaves.
- Crush them directly in the glass. Use a muddle or the back of a wooden spoon.
- Add ice if you wish.
- Pour beverage of your choice and stir everything together.
- Garnish with whole strawberries and slice of lemon.
Notes
- Easy to make a big batch for a crowd
- The sliced strawberries and lemon can be prepared in advance and stored in separate airtight containers in the fridge.
- Endless options to substitute and customize
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