Non Alcoholic Mojito (mocktail) (2024)

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Non Alcoholic Mojito (mocktail) or Virgin Mojito is a refreshing blend of mint leaves, apple juice, lime juice, elderflower cordial and soda water.

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Whenthebar asked me if I’d like to re-create one of their many awesome co*cktail ideas to celebrate Valentine’s Day, I made a beeline for this Non-Alcoholic Mojito.

Nothing says “I love you” more than making the effort to create something special. So if your loved one is driving over or is teetotal then I think this is the perfect special drink to start the evening.

With a mixture of mint leaves, apple juice, lime juice, elderflower cordial, and soda water this Non-Alcoholic Mojito is totally delicious and oh so elegant!

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Equipment you’ll need to make a mocktail:

  • A muddler looks a bit like a mini truncheon and is used for gently crushing the mint leaves.
  • A jigger – a very small double-ended measuring beaker.
  • A co*cktail spoon – a long spoon needed to stir your co*cktail.
  • A powerful blender/ice-crushing attachment for a stick blender is needed for making your own crushed ice.
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I do hope you give this simple but effective Mojito mocktail a go this Valentine’s Day or for any celebration.

If one of you can have a drink then you could always make an actual Mojito to go alongside and neither of you will feel left out as you’ll both be drinking 2 very sophisticated drinks!

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I’m sure you’ll love this virgin mojito so please leave a comment and rating below.

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NB: This Virgin Mojito recipe was commissioned by thebar and all opinions are my own.

Non Alcoholic Mojito

Non Alcoholic Mojito – a refreshing blend of mint leaves, apple juice, lime juice, elderflower cordial and soda water.

Course Drinks

Cuisine Cuban

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Author Camilla Hawkins

Equipment

  • Tall glass

  • Muddler

  • Bar spoon

  • Jigger

Ingredients

  • 40 ml Schweppes Soda Water
  • 6 Mint leaves
  • 2 Lime wedges
  • 30 ml Apple juice
  • 20 ml Lime juice
  • 15 ml Elderflower cordial
  • Crushed ice
  • 1 Sprig of mint

Instructions

  • Place 6 mint leaves in the bottom of a tall glass and press down with a muddler to extract the juices and flavour.

  • Add apple juice, lime juice and elderflower cordial to the glass.

  • Using a jigger, measure 30ml of apple juice, 20ml lime juice and 15ml elderflower cordial into the glass.

  • Fill the glass with crushed ice and stir the drink with a bar spoon.

  • Top up the drink with 40ml Schweppes Soda Water.

  • Place a sprig of mint at an angle against the rim of the glass to garnish.

  • If you have a heart shaped ice cube tray add heart shaped ice cube for that extra romantic touch!

Non Alcoholic Mojito (mocktail) (2024)

FAQs

What is non-alcoholic mojito made of? ›

Stir the lime sherbet, lime juice, and 1 cup water together in a large pitcher until well combined. Pour the mint-infused syrup into the mixture. Add club soda and stir. Serve over ice.

What is the difference between a mojito and a mocktail? ›

The term “mocktail” is a portmanteau of “mock co*cktail.” It's a nonalcoholic beverage that resembles a co*cktail in some way. A mojito is a co*cktail made with rum and fresh mint.

What is a non-alcoholic substitute for white rum in a mojito? ›

Non-Alcoholic Mojito ingredients
  • 2 oz Bax Botanics Lemon Verbena or Seedlip Garden (feel free to swap for another favorite non-alcoholic white rum like Lyre's White Cane spirit.
  • 1.5 oz freshly squeezed lime juice.
  • 1 teaspoon of Demerara sugar or brown sugar (if you like it sweeter feel free to add more)
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What is the best non-alcoholic rum for mojitos? ›

RumISH is the ultimate replacement for an excellent classic rum in a non-alcoholic Mojito. It provides the same warmth and complexity but without alcohol.

What is Virgin mojito made of? ›

In a glass, muddle/crush the mint, sugar, lime juice and Simple Syrup. Add ice. Top with the ginger ale/club soda/sparkling water. For the sugar concious, you can exchange the sugar for Splenda (2tsp granulated Splenda) and omit the simple syrup.

What is the difference between a virgin mojito and a mint mojito? ›

A Virgin Mojito is a delightful non-alcoholic alternative to the classic mojito co*cktail. It offers the same refreshing taste of lime and mint, combined with soda water and sugar or simple syrup, but without the addition of rum.

Is a mocktail a non-alcoholic co*cktail? ›

Taking a break from booze, but still want to enjoy a fun, flavorful drink? Consider making a “mocktail.” Mocktails are simply co*cktails without the liquor – they use a variety of tasty ingredients to create a flavor fusion, providing a sophisticated beverage sans alcohol.

Is mocktail good or bad? ›

Is a non-alcoholic drink healthier? In short, yes. Mag Ayyad, an exercise dietitian at Houston Methodist, says that taking alcohol out of any beverage is the biggest benefit of a mocktail. "Any alcohol going into our system is essentially a toxic substance," he says.

What is the closest non-alcoholic drink to rum? ›

Our Top Non-Alcoholic Rum Picks
  • Best Overall: Lyre's Dark Cane Spirit.
  • Best for a Cuba Libre: Ritual Non-Alcoholic Rum Alternative.
  • Best for a Daiquiri: Caleño Light & Zesty.
  • Best for Mojito: ISH Spirits Non-Alcoholic Rum Alternative.
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How to make a non-alcoholic rum substitute? ›

As a general rule, for every three tablespoons of dark rum in a recipe, one teaspoon of extract can be used. For every five tablespoons of light rum called for, one tablespoon of extract is usually sufficient.

What can I order instead of a mojito? ›

The daisy de santiago is another lime-forward Cuban co*cktail from the 1920s, but it's much less minty than a mojito, and includes a herby, yellow French liqueur called Chartreuse. If you prefer dark rum to white, you'll love the old cuban, a modern champagne co*cktail invented at the Pegu Club in New York.

What is a mocktail mojito called? ›

A mojito without alcohol is called a "virgin mojito" or "nojito". The Cojito adds coconut flavor, often through the use of coconut-flavored rum. A dirty mojito calls for gold rum instead of white rum, and raw sugar or demerara sugar.

Is there a zero alcohol rum? ›

Non-alcoholic rum, also known as alcohol-free rum or rum alternative, is a drink designed to capture the flavours and essence of traditional rum while containing minimal to no alcohol. It provides an option for individuals who enjoy the taste of rum but want to avoid or reduce their alcohol consumption.

Is Malibu coconut rum good for mojitos? ›

The Malibu Mojito is a delightful drink with a tropical twist on the classic Mojito, bringing the laid-back vibes of summer to your glass.

What's the difference between a mojito and a Nojito? ›

What's the difference between a nojito and mojito? A mojito is a classic Cuban co*cktail made of rum, lime, mint, and soda. A nojito is a nonalcoholic mojito without rum.

What is non-alcoholic liquor made of? ›

Non-alcoholic spirits, also called temperance drinks, are made from botanicals, such as leaves, roots, flowers and spices. But how do they retain the flavors of the alcoholic drink they imitate if that very drink is absent? This is down to how they're distilled.

What is black mojito made of? ›

A new take on the classic Mojito, the grape base adds a soft fruitiness to this classic. In a tumbler glass, muddle gently mint leaves. Add Hennessy Black, sugar syrup and lime juice.

Does mint mojito have alcohol? ›

A mojito is a classic highball drink that originated in Cuba. Not surprisingly, this co*cktail uses ingredients indigenous to Cuba, including rum, lime, mint, and sugar. The mixture is topped off with a little club soda to create a thirst-quenching libation.

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