Spring Cocktails Virgin Mojito (Printable)

A crisp virgin mojito pitcher featuring fresh mint, lime, and spring fruits bursting with flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fresh Base

01 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
02 - 3 limes, sliced into rounds
03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Sweetener

04 - 1/4 cup agave syrup or simple syrup

→ Liquid

05 - 4 cups sparkling water, chilled
06 - 1 1/2 cups cold apple juice or white grape juice

→ Ice

07 - 2 cups ice cubes

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large pitcher, combine mint leaves, lime slices, and strawberry slices.
02 - Add agave syrup and gently muddle the mixture with a wooden spoon to release flavors, being careful not to shred the mint completely.
03 - Pour in the apple juice and stir to combine thoroughly.
04 - Just before serving, add the chilled sparkling water and ice cubes. Stir gently to combine.
05 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if desired by adding more agave syrup.
06 - Serve immediately in glasses garnished with extra mint sprigs and lime slices.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent hours crafting it, but you're done in ten minutes flat.
  • Everyone drinks it, whether they're steering clear of alcohol or just want something that actually tastes like spring.
02 -
  • Don't muddle the lime skin into bitter oblivion—just crack it enough to release the oils, then remove the slices before serving.
  • The moment sparkling water touches this pitcher, you're on borrowed time; it stays best for about an hour before the bubbles give up the fight.
03 -
  • Freeze the pitcher itself before you start if you have the space—cold glass keeps the drink colder longer and feels luxurious.
  • If you're feeding a crowd, make two batches and stagger them so you're never out of fresh mojitos.
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