Strawberry Mojito Mocktail
This Strawberry Mojito mocktail combines strawberry simple syrup, lime and soda water. It’s fresh and vibrant, perfect for a hot summer day.
This delicious mocktail recipe is made using strawberry simple syrup. Using an infused syrup like this is a great way to add a fun twist. It brings perfect strawberry flavor and lovely color. There are a few variations you could use too, like blueberry simple syrup or raspberry syrup.
Traditionally, a classic mojito is a rum cocktail using white rum and no strawberries. This non-alcoholic drink tastes just as good, and the strawberry syrup brings the extra taste. It means everyone can enjoy this summery drink.
Ingredients
Here is a run-down of what you will need for this strawberry mocktail recipe.
The simple syrup –
The simple syrup makes enough for a few drinks. Leftover simple syrup can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Strawberries – These can be fresh strawberries or frozen.
- Sugar
- Water
The mocktail
- Strawberry simple syrup
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh lime juice and lime slices for garnish
- Ice
- Club soda/ sparkling water
See the recipe card at the bottom of this post for quantities.
Equipment
- Short glass or highball glass. Alternatively, multiply the recipe by how many people you’re serving and make it in a one large pitcher.
Instructions
To make the strawberry syrup, add granulated sugar, water and strawberries to a medium saucepan.
Let it simmer over medium heat. Let the mixture simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Take it off the heat.
Let it cool to room temperature, then strain the strawberry mixture through a muslin cloth or coffee filter. For more in-depth instructions, see how to make simple strawberry syrup.
Top tip – Pour the remaining syrup into ice cube trays and freeze them, so you have individual servings!
Add the strawberry syrup, lime juice, and mint leaves to a glass. Use a cocktail muddler or spoon to muddle the mint leaves. This releases their flavor.
Add a handful of ice to the glass. Top with soda water and garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lime wedge.
Give it a quick stir, then serve the mixed drink right away. Store any leftover strawberry syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Variations
This refreshing virgin strawberry mojito can be adapted to include other flavors.
- Substitute the lemon with lime juice.
- Try a blueberry mojito mocktail!
- Use different syrups and other fresh herbs to bring different flavors! Thyme syrup, sage syrup, rosemary, or more.
- The soda water can be swapped for lemonade or ginger ale for a sweeter drink. You could also use coconut water or mineral water if you don’t want the fizz.
Strawberry Mojito Mocktail
This Strawberry Mojito mocktail combines strawberry simple syrup, lime, and soda water.
Ingredients
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries
Mocktail
- 45ml / 1 ½ oz Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 30ml / 1oz fresh lime juice
- 4-5 mint leaves
- Soda water
- Ice
Instructions
Strawberry syrup
- Add the sugar, water, and strawberries to a medium saucepan. Let it simmer over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Take it off the heat. Let the syrup cool down to room temperature. Once it has cooled, balance a fine-mesh strainer and cloth over a bowl and tip in the strawberry mixture. Let it drain.
- Pour the strawberry syrup into a clean glass jar or airtight container. Leftover syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Mocktail
- Add the strawberry syrup, lime juice, and mint leaves to a glass. Use a cocktail muddler or spoon to muddle the mint leaves. This releases their flavor.
- Add a handful of ice to the glass. Top with soda water and garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lime wedge.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 143Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 51mgCarbohydrates: 36gFiber: 4gSugar: 29gProtein: 2g
