Description
A refreshing and alcohol-free twist on the classic mojito, featuring fresh cherries, mint, and lime juice blended with white grape juice for a naturally sweet, vibrant mocktail perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits & Herbs
- 6–8 fresh cherries (pitted)
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
- Juice of half a small lime
Sweetener
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
Liquids
- 2 oz white grape juice (to replace rum)
- Club soda (or sparkling water), to top
Instructions
- Muddle Ingredients: In a shaker or jar, combine the pitted cherries, raw honey, fresh mint leaves, and lime juice. Muddle the mixture well until the cherries release their juice and the honey dissolves into the liquid, infusing the flavors.
- Add Juice and Ice: Pour in the white grape juice and add a few ice cubes to the shaker. Shake or stir the mixture thoroughly to blend all ingredients and chill the drink.
- Strain into Glass: Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes to ensure a smooth consistency without solid fruit bits.
- Top with Soda: Gently top the drink with club soda or sparkling water to add fizz and some lightness to the mocktail.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the drink with extra fresh mint leaves and a whole cherry for an attractive presentation and extra aroma. Serve immediately while cold.
Notes
- Use white grape juice to keep the sweetness natural and alcohol-free.
- Adjust honey amount to taste depending on cherry sweetness.
- Fresh mint is essential for authentic mojito flavor; gently slap the leaves before muddling to release oils.
- Serve immediately after preparation to maintain fizz from club soda.
- This recipe can be doubled or tripled for serving crowds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Caribbean-inspired
Keywords: Cherry Mojito, Alcohol-free Mojito, Cherry Mocktail, Mint Cocktail, Refreshing Drink, Summer Drink, Non-alcoholic Cocktail
