Strawberry Mojito Valentine Mocktail
Strawberry Mojito Valentine Mocktail is a light, refreshing, and romantic drink made with fresh strawberries, mint, lime, and sparkling water. This alcohol-free mocktail is perfect for Valentine’s Day or any occasion that calls for a pretty, fizzy, and flavorful drink without the alcohol.
Servings: 2
Equipment
- Muddler or spoon
- Mixing glasses
- Serving glasses
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries | sliced
- 10 leaves fresh mint | plus extra for garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice | about 1 lime
- 1–2 tsp sweetener | honey, sugar, or syrup
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda | chilled
- 1 cup ice | crushed or cubed
Instructions
- Add sliced strawberries and mint leaves to a glass.
- Gently muddle until the strawberries release their juice.
- Pour in fresh lime juice and sweetener of choice. Stir gently.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with mint sprigs and strawberry slices (cut into hearts if desired). Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh strawberries, mint, and lime for best flavor and color
- Sweetener can be adjusted to taste; honey pairs beautifully with strawberries
- Gently muddle mint to avoid bitterness
- Add sparkling water last to preserve fizz
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste and presentation
- Optional garnishes like heart-shaped strawberries or pink sugar rims enhance the Valentine’s theme