Low Sodium Classic Nojito

Total time10 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

4.8

(10)

Fresh mint, bright lime, and a quick homemade simple syrup come together in a mocktail that tastes like summer in a glass. Because the syrup is made from scratch with just sugar and water, you have complete control over what goes in — no store-bought mixes, no mystery additives, and absolutely no added salt sneaking in through a pre-packaged shortcut. Muddling the mint releases its natural oils, giving the drink that signature herbal punch without any help from flavored syrups or seasoned rimmers. The sparkling water gets stirred in gently so the bubbles stay lively all the way to the last sip. It's crisp, cooling, and genuinely refreshing — the kind of drink that looks impressive on a table but takes almost no effort to pull off. Serve it immediately over ice with a mint sprig and a lime wheel for a presentation that needs zero explanation.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the simple syrup

¼ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup water

For the drinks

16 fresh mint leaves, plus 2 sprigs for garnish
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
2 cups sparkling water, chilled
2 cups ice cubes

For serving

2 lime wheels or wedges (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes — the syrup should be clear and slightly thickened.
2
Divide the mint leaves evenly between two tall glasses. Add half the lime juice and half the simple syrup to each glass. Muddle firmly with a cocktail muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon, pressing and twisting 8–10 times until the mint is bruised and fragrant and the liquid turns pale green.

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