Ingredients
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Method
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Muddle mint with simple syrup in a glass
Add lime juice and ice
Top with soda water and stir
Garnish with mint sprig and lime wheel
Glassware
Served over ice
Garnish
Fresh
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Master's Tips
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Muddle the mint gently to avoid bitterness
Use plenty of crushed ice for quick chilling
Top with fresh soda water to keep bubbles lively
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Virgin Mojito.
Spiced Virgin Mojito
A sophisticated non-alcoholic evolution of the classic Cuban Mojito, elevated with warming spices that create a complex, aromatic experience perfect for mindful drinking.
Strawberry Virgin Mojito
A non-alcoholic interpretation of the classic Cuban Mojito, elevated with fresh strawberries. This refreshing mocktail combines muddled strawberries, fresh mint, lime juice, and sparkling water for a sophisticated alcohol-free experience.
Basil Virgin Mojito
A sophisticated, non-alcoholic interpretation of the classic Cuban Mojito that substitutes traditional mint with fresh basil, creating a more complex, herbaceous, and peppery flavor profile.
Elderflower Virgin Mojito
A sophisticated, floral twist on the classic mojito featuring elderflower syrup, fresh mint, and lime—a flagship beverage of the modern craft mocktail movement.
Other Variations
Sweeter Style
Bumps up the syrup for those wanting more sweetness.
Changes
History & Heritage
“The Virgin Mojito emerged as bartenders adapted Cuba's classic rum highball for guests avoiding alcohol. By the late 20th century it was a fixture on hotel and resort menus, helping prove that zero-proof cocktails could be just as bright, aromatic and satisfying as their spirited counterparts.”
More to Explore
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Classic Mojito
Cuba's iconic highball of rum, lime, mint, and sugar lengthened with bubbly soda for ultimate refreshment.
Southside Fizz
A timeless and refreshing cocktail that elegantly marries the botanical complexities of gin with the bright, aromatic notes of fresh mint and citrus, all lifted by the effervescence of soda water.
Southside Rickey
A sublime marriage of gin, mint, and lime lengthened with club soda. The effervescent intersection of the Southside and Gin Rickey.