Coconut Free Classic Nojito
Fresh, bright, and endlessly refreshing, this alcohol-free mojito-style drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Muddled mint and fresh lime juice come together with a quick homemade simple syrup and sparkling water for a mocktail that tastes far more sophisticated than its short ingredient list suggests. The simple syrup takes just a couple of minutes on the stovetop, and the whole drink comes together in under ten minutes — no bar cart required. For anyone navigating ingredient restrictions, this recipe is naturally free of the tropical oils and extracts that can sneak into store-bought mixers and flavored sparkling drinks. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so you know exactly what's going into your glass. The muddling step is where the magic happens — pressing and twisting the mint releases those gorgeous aromatic oils that make the whole drink smell like a garden. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint, and it looks just as good as it tastes.
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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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