If you're looking for a refreshing summer mocktail, this Non-Alcoholic Blueberry Mojito is a great one to try. Fresh blueberries, mint, and lime make the perfect combination, and it's easy enough to mix up for a quiet afternoon or your next summer get-together.
Once the mint simple syrup is made, the drink comes together in just a few minutes.
Ingredients
- Fresh Blueberries- Fresh blueberries give this mocktail the best flavor and color. Frozen blueberries will work in a pinch, but they tend to release more water and won't have quite the same fresh taste.
- Fresh Mint- Fresh mint is essential here. As the leaves are gently muddled, they release their natural oils, giving the drink its signature refreshing flavor.
- Fresh Lime Juice- Freshly squeezed lime juice adds the bright, citrusy flavor that balances the sweetness of the blueberries.
- Granulated Sugar- Sugar is used to make the mint simple syrup. Dissolving the sugar first creates a smooth drink without any graininess.
- Sparkling Water- Sparkling water gives the mojito its refreshing fizz. I usually reach for Perrier, but any plain sparkling water or club soda works well.
How To Make The Blueberry Mojito
- Start by making the mint simple syrup. Add the sugar and mint leaves to a small saucepan. Using the back of a spoon, gently press the mint into the sugar to help release the oils from the leaves.
- Add the water and warm everything over low heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool.
- While the syrup cools, combine the blueberries, lime juice, and a little sugar in a small bowl. Gently mash the blueberries with a fork or muddler until they begin to release their juices.
- To assemble the drinks, spoon some of the blueberry mixture into each glass. Add a splash of the cooled mint simple syrup, then fill the glass with ice. Top with sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
- Finish with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and a sprig of mint before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Fresh mint and fresh lime juice make a big difference in the final flavor. Gently mash the blueberries—you want them to release their juice without turning them into a puree.
- Chill the simple syrup before making the drinks so they stay nice and cold.
- Taste before serving and add a little more simple syrup if you prefer a sweeter drink.
- Serve immediately while the sparkling water is still bubbly.
Can a blueberry mojito be made ahead of time?
The mint simple syrup can be made several days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it.
You can also prepare the blueberry mixture a few hours ahead of time. Keep it covered in the refrigerator, then assemble the drinks just before serving so the sparkling water stays fizzy.
Variations
- Swap the blueberries for blackberries or raspberries.
- Add sliced strawberries along with the blueberries for even more berry flavor.
- Use lemon-lime sparkling water for a slightly sweeter drink.
- Add a handful of crushed ice for a more slushy-style mocktail.
- Garnish with extra mint and lime slices for an easy party presentation
Other Non-Alcoholic Drink Recipes
- Strawberry mango agua fresca
- Pineapple strawberry agua fresca
- Vanilla pomegranate fizz
- Cranberry orange and vanilla mocktail
- Summertime virgin sangria
- Cherry limeade
- Watermelon Mocktail
Non-Alcoholic Blueberry Mojito
If you are looking for a fun mocktail recipe, this is it! This Non-Alcoholic Bluberry Mojito is the best refreshing drink!
Ingredients
Mint Simple Syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup mint leaves
- 1 cup water
Blueberry Mojito
- 1 ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup lime juice
- 2 ½ cups sparkling water
- lime slices for decoration
- mint leaves for decoration
- blueberries for decoration
Instructions
- Start by making the mint simple syrup. Add the sugar and mint leaves to a small saucepan. Using the back of a spoon, gently press the mint into the sugar to help release the oils from the leaves.
- Add the water and warm everything over low heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool.
- While the syrup cools, combine the blueberries, lime juice, and a little sugar in a small bowl. Gently mash the blueberries with a fork or muddler until they begin to release their juices.
- To assemble the drinks, spoon some of the blueberry mixture into each glass. Add a splash of the cooled mint simple syrup, then fill the glass with ice. Top with sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
- Finish with fresh blueberries, lime slices, and a sprig of mint before serving.
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