Sparkling Cranberry Mojito Mocktail (Print Version)
Cranberry, lime, and mint unite in a sparkling, refreshing mocktail perfect for celebrations or any time.
# Components:
→ Mocktail Base
01 - 1/2 cup cranberry juice (100% juice, unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
02 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
03 - 1 tablespoon simple syrup, adjust to preference
04 - 8 to 10 fresh mint leaves
05 - 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda, chilled
06 - Ice cubes
→ Garnish
07 - Lime slices
08 - Fresh cranberries (optional)
09 - Mint sprigs
# Directions:
01 - In a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker, gently muddle the mint leaves together with lime juice and simple syrup to extract the mint’s essential oils.
02 - Pour the cranberry juice into the muddled mint mixture and stir thoroughly until well combined.
03 - Fill two serving glasses generously with ice cubes.
04 - Distribute the cranberry-mint mixture evenly between the prepared glasses.
05 - Pour sparkling water or club soda over each glass and stir gently to integrate.
06 - Adorn each drink with lime slices, fresh cranberries, and mint sprigs before serving at once.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses everyday ingredients you can find in any grocery store
- Quick to prepare in just about ten minutes
- Naturally vegan and gluten free making it great for all diets
- Perfect balance of tart and sweet with no artificial flavors
02 -
- Low in calories and fits most diets
- No alcohol and no common allergens perfect for families
- Easy to double or triple for parties
03 -
- Always use chilled ingredients for maximum fizz and crispness
- Gently slap mint leaves before using to release more fragrance
- Taste as you go with the simple syrup since different cranberry juices vary in tartness
- Keep a batch of simple syrup in the fridge for easy mocktail making on busy days