Strawberry Mojito Mocktail – Infused Sparkling Water
This strawberry mojito mocktail is a delicious infused sparkling water recipe that is perfect for summer sipping.
In the summer, infused water recipes are a staple in our house. We always have a pitcher of fruit-flavored water chilling in the refrigerator.
This simple strawberry mocktail takes infused water to the next level with sparkling water and all of the flavors of your favorite Cuban cocktail! Club soda or sparkling water, fresh mint, summer strawberries, and a squeeze of lime are all you need to add a little extra fun to a hot summer day.
What is a Mojito?
The mojito, originating from Cuba, is a timeless classic. Traditionally made with white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint, it’s known for its refreshing taste. However, with an increasing trend towards non-alcoholic beverages and a love for fruity flavors, the virgin strawberry mojito recipe made without alcohol, known as the strawberry mojito mocktail, was born.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Fresh strawberries: The star of the show. Ensure they’re ripe and juicy.
- Mint leaves: Fresh is best. It brings a cool, refreshing touch.
- Lime: Adds the right tanginess.
- Sweetener: You can use white granulated sugar or an artificial sweetener of your choice.
- Club soda or sparkling water: Gives the bubbly lift.
- Ice: To chill and dilute the mocktail just right.
Instructions
This strawberry mojito mocktail recipe is a non-alcoholic drink that is simple to make. In just a few simple steps you’ll have a refreshing drink to enjoy.
Step 1 – Prepping the Ingredients. Wash and hull the strawberries. Rinse the fresh mint leaves gently and pat them dry. Cut the lime into wedges.
Step 2 – Muddling to Perfection. In a sturdy glass, combine strawberries, sugar or artificial sweetener, and mint leaves. Now muddle. This refers to the process of mashing the ingredients together to release the flavors, ensuring they meld beautifully. I use a muddler but you can also use a fork or the back of a spoon.
Step 3 – Ice, Ice Baby. Fill your glass with ice. This perfectly chills the mocktail.
Step 4 – Top It Up. Pour in the club soda or sparkling water, filling the glass. Add a squeeze of lime juice and stir to mix everything together.
Step 5 – Garnish and Serve. Garnish with a strawberry slice, a sprig of mint, or a lime wedge, and voilà! Your refreshing strawberry mojito mocktail is ready to be served.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Just ensure they’re thoroughly thawed before muddling.
A mocktail is essentially a “mock cocktail,” meaning it’s crafted like a cocktail but without the alcohol.
You can increase the sweetness of your drink by adding more simple syrup or sugar per your taste preference, or even try adding a dash of honey or agave syrup.
While both are carbonated, club soda contains added minerals like potassium sulfate, whereas sparkling water is just carbonated water.
Strawberry Mojito Mocktail – Infused Sparkling Water
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Sparkling Water
- 6 Strawberries, sliced
- 4-5 Mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons Sweetener of your choice
- 1 Lime
- Ice
Instructions
- Cut lime in half. Slice one half into two wedges and cut the other half into thin slices for garnish.
- Put 5 of the sliced strawberries in a glass and add the mint leaves.
- Use a fork or muddler to crush them together until the fruit is broken up and the leaves are bruised.
- Add ice to the glass.
- Pour sparkling water over ice and squeeze 1 lime wedge into the water. Stir to mix.
- Garnish with fresh mint, remaning strawberry slices and a slice of lime.
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Can’t wait to try this too! Sooooo hot and humid here and I’m constantly drinking water. I love to infuse it with different flavors so will definitely try this.
xo
Pat
Ooh this look so refreshing! Stopping by from the Friday hop, come say hi!
I’m here from flaunt it friday. I just recently decided to take a month off from drinking alcohol and I struggled for a few days before I found fizzy water….I was drinking way too much soda! Thanks for sharing this recipe, I can’t wait to try it out! I have been buying lacroix but I’ll definitely check and see if they have the Vintage brand next time I’m at the store!
I hope you find it they say the bubbles in their sparkling water (verses their seltzer water) are “softer” and as weird as it sounds I can totally tell the difference. It is my favorite brand so far!
I love recipes like this….the freshness just jumps out the page. I can imagine myself sipping on this whilst relaxing in the sun!
Thanks for linking up to Marvelous Monday on Smart Party Planning.
This is what I think of when I think “summer.” I happen to have a little lime sparking water on hand, along with strawberries and mint.
This is SO happening right now!
Of course I’m choosing this delectable drink as my feature for this week’s Thank Goodness It’s Thursday link party. You gals amaze me!
This looks so refreshing and perfect for summertime! Thanks so much for sharing your yummy recipe on the Monday Funday Party!
This looks yummy looking forward to try it. Would be a great treat on the weekend to help cool off in the evening.
I love a good mojito! Yum this sounds like I’ll have to give it a try and soon. I bet it’s very refreshing.