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Virgin Mojito in a highball glass with mint sprig and lime wheel (AI-generated image)
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Virgin Mojito

All the mint, lime and sparkle of a mojito with zero alcohol. Crisp, herbal and ridiculously refreshing.

Time
4 min
Difficulty
Easy
Method
Muddled
Glass
Highball glass

Ingredients

Servings

Amounts below make 1 serving.

Garnish: Mint sprig (1 sprig), Lime wheel (1 slice)

How to make it

  1. 1

    Gently press mint leaves with simple syrup and lime juice in a tall glass.

  2. 2

    Fill with crushed ice.

  3. 3

    Top with soda water and stir to lift the mint.

Bar gear

Equipment for this drink

Tools you'll need

  • MuddlerGently presses mint, fruit or sugar to release flavor. Press, don't pulverize.
  • JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
  • Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
  • Citrus pressSqueezes fresh lemon and lime fast — fresh juice is the biggest upgrade you can make.
  • Ice bag & malletTurns regular cubes into crushed ice for juleps, smashes and tiki-style drinks.

Recommended glassware

  • Highball glassTall and straight for long, fizzy mixed drinks over ice.

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Recipe source: Widely published standard specification. Quantities and basic method are factual. Description and steps are original Mixistry copy. Last updated 2026-10-11.

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