Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Classic Nojito
Fresh mint, bright lime, and a quick homemade simple syrup come together in this sparkling mocktail that feels genuinely festive without a drop of alcohol. Managing eosinophilic esophagitis often means scrutinizing every ingredient label, and the beauty here is that you know exactly what's going in the glass — just sugar, water, mint, lime, and sparkling water. No store-bought mixes, no mystery flavorings, no trigger ingredients hiding in a pre-made syrup. The muddling step is where the magic happens: pressing and twisting the mint releases its oils into the lime juice, turning the whole thing a gorgeous pale green before the sparkling water even hits the glass. It's cooling, lightly sweet, and just tart enough to feel like a real treat on a warm afternoon. Serve it immediately so the bubbles stay lively and the mint stays bright — this one is as pretty as it is refreshing.
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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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