Pork Free Classic Nojito
Fresh mint, bright lime, and a touch of homemade simple syrup come together in a drink that's crisp, cooling, and genuinely refreshing — no bar cart required. The simple syrup takes just a couple of minutes on the stovetop, and once it's cooled, the whole thing comes together in glasses with nothing more than a muddler and some sparkling water. Muddling the mint with lime juice and syrup is the key step here — it bruises the leaves just enough to release that gorgeous herbal fragrance without turning bitter. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of any animal products or meat-derived additives, so there's zero guesswork about what's going into your glass. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive on a table but takes almost no effort to pull off, making it perfect for entertaining or a quiet evening at home. Serve it immediately while the ice is fresh and the bubbles are still lively for the best possible sip.
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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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