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I’ll find any excuse to use fresh mint from the garden.  It’s a true sign that warmer weather is upon us!  This recipe includes simple, delicious ingredients that will pair well with any spring or summer dish.

Mint Mojito Mocktail

Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1

Equipment

  • Serving glass of choice
  • Muddler or large wooden spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup or honey
  • 10-12 mint leaves depending on size of glass
  • Ice as needed
  • Club soda or sparkling water
  • 1/2 lime sliced `

Instructions
 

  • Combine the lime juice, simple syrup (or honey), half of the lime slices, and mint leaves in the serving glass.
  • Use a muddler or the back of a large wooden spoon to gently muddle or crush the ingredients, allowing the mint to release its essential oils. Note: Muddle only for 10 seconds to avoid making the mint taste bitter.
  • Fill the glass with ice cubes.
  • Top the mixture with club soda or sparkling water
  • Garnish the drink with additional lime slices and mint leaves.

Notes

Recipe adapted from The Feed Feed