Description
This Skinny Lemon Mojito is a light and refreshing cocktail made with freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice, fresh mint leaves, white rum, and sparkling water. Sweetened mildly with honey or a low-calorie sweetener, it offers a healthier twist on the classic mojito, perfect for enjoying a crisp, citrusy drink without excess calories.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
- 30 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml fresh lime juice
- 1–2 tsp honey or low-calorie sweetener
- 60 ml white rum
- Ice as needed
- 120 ml sparkling water
- Lemon and lime slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, lime juice, and honey or sweetener into a tall glass.
- Muddle Mint: Gently muddle the mint leaves in the glass to release their aroma and flavors without tearing them apart.
- Add Ice: Fill the glass with ice cubes to chill the mixture.
- Add Rum: Pour the white rum over the ice and stir the ingredients together to blend the flavors well.
- Top with Sparkling Water: Add sparkling water on top to give the drink a refreshing fizz.
- Final Stir: Stir gently once more to combine without losing the carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with slices of lemon, lime, and a sprig of fresh mint. Serve immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice for the most vibrant and authentic flavor.
- You can adjust the amount of sparkling water to make the cocktail lighter or stronger as preferred.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the rum and add extra sparkling water for a mocktail.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Cuban-inspired
