Virgin Mojito (Nojito)
Non-alcoholic · Rocks
A Cuban Mojito without the rum — lime, mint, sugar, and soda over crushed ice. Punchy, herbal, and endlessly refreshing.
| Glass | Rocks |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 0% |
| Category | mocktail |
| Flavor | minty, citrus, refreshing, zero-proof |
Ingredients
- Fresh Mint Leaves10 leaves
- White Sugar2 tsp
- Fresh Lime Juice0.75 oz
- Soda Water4 oz
- Mint Sprig1 piece
- Lime Wheel1 piece
Method
- Muddle mint and sugar in rocks glass
- Add lime juice
- Fill with crushed ice
- Top with soda water
- Stir
- Garnish with mint sprig and lime wheel
Pro Tips
- Muddle gently — bruising mint releases bitter compounds. Slap the leaves first to release oil, then light muddle.
- Use superfine sugar; granulated doesn't dissolve in cold liquid.
- A splash of lime bitters (NA) replaces some of the rum's complexity.