Virgin Mojitos
Servings: 2 Servings
Ingredients
Simple Syrup:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
Virgin Mojito:
- 16 mint leaves large in size
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 4 ounces simple syrup or adjust to taste
- 4 ounces club soda
- 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup ice or more as needed
Instructions
For the Simple Syrup:
- Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan over low to medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, then remove from heat. Allow the syrup to cool completely before making the mojito.½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup water
- Store any leftover simple syrup in the refrigerator for up to a week.
For the Mojito:
- Place mint leaves and granulated sugar into a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler to gently bruise the mint leaves.16 mint leaves, 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- Next, add the simple syrup, club soda, lime juice, and ice. Gently shake to combine.4 ounces simple syrup, 4 ounces club soda, 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
- Pour into a cocktail glass over ice without straining. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh mint. Serve immediately.1 cup ice
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of an 6 ounce virgin mojito. Actual calories will vary.
*To reduce the sweetness in the drink, use less simple syrup and replace it with equal amounts of club soda.
*Skip to How to Make Simple Syrup.
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Nutrition Facts
Virgin Mojitos
Serving Size
5 Ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
181
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.02
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.04
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.01
g
Sodium
54
mg
2
%
Potassium
116
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
49
g
16
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
46
g
51
%
Protein
0.4
g
1
%
Vitamin A
354
IU
7
%
Vitamin C
11
mg
13
%
Calcium
37
mg
4
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
