Classic Non-Alcoholic Mojito
Drinks • Cuban
Description
The queen of the mojito is mint. It's best to use mint with a sweet aroma, but you can also use peppermint for a bolder flavor. There's no need to mash the mint too much (a common mistake is turning it into a puree) — just enough to release its juices and aroma, which will immediately infuse the drink. If you don't have lime nearby, you can substitute it with lemon, but lime is preferable — it has a slight bitterness that balances the sweetness of the soda, which lemon lacks. Another important point: if you have a powerful blender, you can crush the ice in it until it becomes a slushy consistency. However, if you are mixing mojitos in large quantities rather than in individual glasses, add ice cubes instead: crushed ice melts quickly, and soon instead of a refreshing cocktail in the pitcher, you’ll have a sweet watery drink.
Ingredients
- Non-alcoholic sparkling wine 1½ l
- Lime 1 piece
- Fresh Mint 4 sprigs
- Sugar 0 oz
- Ice to taste
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Cut 3–4 neat slices from the center of the lime.
Step 2
Squeeze the juice from the remaining lime.
Step 3
Gently crush the mint leaves with the flat side of a knife to release their aroma.
Step 4
Place the mint in a pitcher.
Step 5
Add lime slices.
Step 6
Add sugar.
Step 7
Pour in the mineral water.
Step 8
Pour in the lime juice.
Step 9
Stir with a special long spoon until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 10
Add ice and serve immediately.
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