Cashew Free Classic Nojito
Fresh mint, bright lime, and a quick homemade simple syrup come together in this sparkling mocktail that tastes like a proper bar drink — no alcohol required. The muddling step is where the magic happens: pressing and twisting the mint leaves releases their essential oils, turning the liquid a gorgeous pale green and filling your kitchen with an incredible herbal fragrance. A gentle pour of chilled sparkling water over ice keeps everything bubbly and refreshing right up to the last sip. Since every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — sugar, water, citrus, mint — you never have to second-guess a label or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive enough to serve at a party but comes together in just a few minutes with tools you already have. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel and it's genuinely hard to believe there's no bartender involved.
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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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