Lemon Mint Mocktail
The Lemon Mint Mocktail is a light, crisp, and refreshing non-alcoholic drink made with fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, and sweetener. Perfect for warm days or elegant gatherings, it offers a naturally hydrating and revitalizing flavor with a touch of sparkle.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 to 2 servings
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar, honey, or agave syrup (to taste)
- 1 cup cold water or sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and mint sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- In a glass or small pitcher, muddle the mint leaves with lemon juice and sweetener until fragrant.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in cold water or sparkling water.
- Stir well to mix and dissolve the sweetener.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint.
- Serve immediately while chilled.
Notes
- For a fizzy version, use sparkling water or club soda.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; bottled works in a pinch.
- Prepare the lemon-mint base ahead and add water just before serving.
- Customize with cucumber slices, berries, or herbs like basil or rosemary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1.25 cups)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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