Mojito Mocktail
This refreshing Mojito Mocktail is just what the doctor ordered. The OB, that is!
Boy, have I got a refreshing pregnancy hack for you! Now, I've never considered myself a "big" drinker.
A glass of wine or two a week, a cocktail like this Classic St. Germain once a month, maybe.
But since I've been pregnant, it's like a switch flipped, and goodness do I miss the opportunity to imbibe. I'm sure it's just a matter of wanting what you can't have.
But I've had fun coming up with ways to enjoy my favorite cocktail flavors, sans booze.
For example? Perrier Citron and Orange Juice makes a pretty decent Virgin Mimosa. And then there's this Mojito Mocktail.
Back in May, Casey, Kate, Urvashee, Mary Kay, Shelly and I got together to do the Great American Food Blogger Bake Sale in Westfield, NJ.
Right around lunch time, it was hot. Like, so hot that my phone turned itself off in protest.
As per my regular state of being these days, by then, I was ravenous. Kate and I wandered over to Turning Point Restaurant, just next to where we were holding the bake sale.
This restaurant is a fun little place, with a super fresh menu using local produce heavily, and the best coffee.
Seriously, the $9 French Press of Kona is worth every penny.
Needing something extra refreshing, I spotted the Virgin Mojito on their blended drinks menu.
The idea of mint and lime sounded just about perfect in that overheated moment, and I've been making these at home ever since.
I fell head over heels for this easy slushy.
You only need a few simple ingredients and a blender. Before you know it, you'll be relaxing on the deck, under a shady umbrella, not a care in the world except whether or not you have enough mint to make more!
Virgin Mojito Cocktail
This Mojito Mocktail combines limes, mint, and lemonade into a refreshing summer drink that's great for expectant mamas, kiddos, or just about anyone. If you're looking for a delicious summer drink, this is it.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup ice
- ½ cup organic lemonade
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 12-15 fresh mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon Splenda or Sugar, if desired
- ¼ cup Perrier Citron, Lemon, or Lime (or your favorite seltzer)
Instructions
- Add ice, lemonade, lime juice, mint leaves, and splenda or sugar if using, to the blender. Use the ice crush setting or blend until ice reaches slushy consistency.
- Add Perrier or seltzer and pulse again for just a moment to mix well.
- Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- If you aren't avoiding alcohol, feel free to add a shot of white rum to the blender with the initial ingredients for a real Mojito.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 97Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 31mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 8gSugar: 10gProtein: 4g
This nutritional information is just an estimate and not to be considered perfectly factual.
It's so hot tonight I can't fall asleep. A glass of this Virgin Mojito would be perfect. Too bad it's 4 am and can't use the blender 🙁
This sounds amazing and perfect for a hot day when all you want to do is cool off!
What a great summer recipe - I love that it can be virgin or not! Looks so refreshing!
These look so refreshing! My fiance and I aren't big drinkers either, but we do enjoy a refreshing summer drink every now and again! I can't wait to try these out! By the way, congratulations on your new baby! Found you site via your "blogging baby shower".
Mojitos are my fav cocktail and I can easily ditch the rum.
These look delicious.
Congrats on your pregnancy!
I'm always on the lookout for a good mocktail recipe! Can't wait to try this!
YUM!! This is funny because the one drink that I really missed and craved when I was pregnant was a mojito. I should have made some virgin ones. I still might have to mix up a batch since I'm still nursing and trying not to drink a lot.
This sounds wonderful!! I remember how much you enjoyed the one at Turning Point. Now I'm excited I can make my own right at home!
This is super refreshing, perfect for this hot days!
This is so fun! Love this cocktail!
OOO can I have one virgin and then spike my second one 😉 looks super refreshing!
As much as I don't have to limit my intake of alcohol for the same reason you do; I do limit it despite all observations to the contrary. 🙂
Still...this sounds so perfectly refreshing who cares if there is no booze. I'm linking this to my blueberry mojito I made last Friday...and then you should consider trying it with some blueberries too; they are divine with citrus and mint.