Mustard Free Classic Nojito
Fresh, bright, and endlessly refreshing, this sparkling mocktail is built around muddled mint, real lime juice, and a quick homemade simple syrup that comes together in just a couple of minutes on the stovetop. The muddling step is where the magic happens — pressing and twisting the mint releases its essential oils and turns the whole drink a gorgeous pale green before the sparkling water even hits the glass. For anyone navigating condiment-heavy menus or scanning labels for hidden allergens, it's genuinely nice to land on a recipe where every single ingredient is clean and straightforward. There's no store-bought mixer to second-guess here, just sugar, water, lime, mint, and bubbles. The gentle stir at the end keeps the carbonation lively so each sip stays crisp all the way to the bottom of the glass. Serve it immediately with a mint sprig and a lime wheel for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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