Nothing like a refreshing Blackberry Mojito this summer! I’m going for a Virgin Mojito recipe so you can enjoy as much of it as your heart desires! A hint of lime, ginger, lots of blackberries and mint in an icy cup.
Seriously one of my favorite drinks! Cool, sweet, tangy, refreshing and super easy to make!
If you love Mojitos, you’ll need to try this recipe. While you can find mojitos anywhere in the world, this Cuban drink reminds me so much of the years I lived in Miami. Something about them takes me back!
I love making virgin mojitos or mojito mocktail because I don’t do alcohol (for many reasons). Also, in the summer I love making a huge mojito pitcher where kids and grown ups are welcome to refresh!
BLACKBERRY MOJITO
While Mojito classically is made out of just lime, mint, club soda and alcohol, the addition of blackberries is like the icing on the cake!
I love the tang that blackberries add which compliments the lime so perfectly. I also love the tiny bits of seeds which add texture to your drink.
However, I have a friend who dislikes that “texture” in her drink so I’ve tried this recipe with blueberries and it was just as delicious! So feel free to swap one for the other or use a combo!
Mojito Recipes
You’ll find plenty of mojitos recipes that use simple syrup. And for that reason probably, you’ll notice lots of bar tenders hate making mojitos. It feels like a lot of work!
I love making my mojito recipe without the simple syrup, and that’s another advantage of the virgin mojitos (more on that below). I make them in minutes and you’ll find step by step instructions and photos below.
VIRGIN MOJITO
A virgin Mojito is basically a mojito without any alcohol. So it’s safe to drink as much of it as your heart desires 🙂 But that’s not all what I love about it!
Why Virgin Mojito Recipe
- You can drink as much of it as you need to quench your thirst!
- If you’re entertaining and there’s anyone who can’t have alcohol, it’s a good idea to make a huge pitcher of virgin mojito and keep the alcohol on the side for those who want to add it on.
- No simple syrup needed, because I sweeten my mojitos with ginger ale/lemon soda (diet or full sugar).
- 5 minutes to prepare.
- Super tasty–you won’t miss the alcohol.
HOW TO MAKE A MOJITO
- You’ll need to gather your ingredients and tools.
- Mojito Ingredients: Blackberries, lime juice, lime slices, Mint leaves, Sugar, Diet Gingerale, Ice.
- Mojito Tools: Mortar and Pestle, Mojito pitcher, Serving cups.
- In the bowl of the mortar and pestle, crush the blackberries, mint leaves, sugar and lime juice.
- Divide this flavor packed mixture among your serving cups or your mojito pitcher.
- Add lime slices.
- Add fresh blackberries and ice cubes.
- Pour Ginger ale or lemon soda or soda water over that. You can use diet for zero calorie and zero sugar drink here.
- Garnish with more blackberries, a sprig of mint and ENJOY!
How easy was this?
Now here are some of my favorite Tips to make variations and make this ahead of time too.
BLACKBERRY MOJITO TIPS
- Blackberries are the star of this Mojito version, so use them generously! They add flavor and texture.
- If you want to substitute blackberries, use blueberries! They make the best swap. Also try using a combo of both!
- Make sure you crush the blackberries well in the mortar and pestle so that it infuses into the soda drink, otherwise you won’t be able to taste it.
- To sweeten your mojitos without the simple syrup, use ginger ale or lemon soda. And to make the drinks zero sugar–use diet drinks.
- To make the drink ahead of time, prepare everything except leave the ice as the final step. Add it right before serving!
- Drink as much of this Virgin Mojito Recipe as you can–it’s a non alcoholic version of a favorite cocktail to cool you off all summer long!
- Try some Summer recipes Below to Pair with your Mojitos!
SUMMER RECIPES
Grilled Chicken Breast Skewers
Grilled Lamb Skewers BBQ Party
Veggie Pizza On the Grill with Garlic Blue Cheese Sauce
Summer Pasta Salad Platter With Sweet Tea Dressing
Blood Orange Salmon Salad With Orange Dill Dressing
The Best Lamb Burgers Loaded with Nachos
Grilled Zucchini Boats Loaded with White Bean Salad
Blackberry Mojito - A Virgin Mojito Recipe
Nothing like a refreshing Blackberry Mojito this summer! I'm going for a Virgin Mojito recipe so you can enjoy as much of it as your heart desires! A hint of lime, ginger, lots of blackberries and mint in an icy cup.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup blackberries
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 3 Tablespoons Lime Juice
- 1/3 cup Mint Leaves
- 36 ounces ginger ale diet or a combo of ginger ale and lemon soda
Garnishes
- 2 limes sliced
- 4 sprigs Mint
- 2 -3 cups ice
- 1/2 cup blackberries
Instructions
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In a mortar and pestle, add the blackberries, sugar, lime juice and mint leaves.
Crush them together until your have a puree.
Divide the mixture among 4 large mojito cups or 6 medium cups, or place it all at the bottom of a large mojito pitcher.
Add sprigs of mint and lime slices to the serving cups or pitcher.
Fill the pitcher with diet ( or regular) ginger ale , or use a combo of ginger ale, lemon soda and club soda.
Add ice to your taste.
Finish off the mojitos with fresh blackberries and more lime slices to the drinking cups of pitcher.
Serve and enjoy
Recipe Notes
BLACKBERRY MOJITO TIPS
- Blackberries are the star of this Mojito version, so use them generously! They add flavor and texture.
- If you want to substitute blackberries, use blueberries! They make the best swap. Also try using a combo of both!
- Make sure you crush the blackberries well in the mortar and pestle so that it infuses into the soda drink, otherwise you won't be able to taste it.
- To sweeten your mojitos without the simple syrup, use ginger ale or lemon soda. And to make the drinks zero sugar--use diet drinks.
- To make the drink ahead of time, prepare everything except leave the ice as the final step. Add it right before serving!
- Drink as much of this Virgin Mojito Recipe as you can--it's a non alcoholic version of a favorite cocktail to cool you off all summer long!
- Try some Summer recipes to Pair with your Mojitos!
First of all, your photos are absolutely lovely. And I appreciated that you talked about why you love making virgin mojitos / cocktails. Whatever your reason is for not drinking alcohol, more power to you! The color of these cocktails are insanely beautiful. I personally don’t mind the blackberry seeds, so more for me haha.
First, what a gorgeous colored drink! Had a blackberry cocktail earlier this year and wanted to replicate it. But now I want to make yours!
Such a refreshing drink! We love this twist on a classic mojito!
This sounds amazingly refreshing. Can’t wait to make one!
I love mojito and added flavors. This is looking so refreshing and cool. All the photos are so beautiful. Thanks for sharing this mojito recipe.
Thanks Bhawana!
Light and refreshing with great blackberry flavor!
Thanks Alison!!
I am a mojito fan and this blackberry version looks so delicious and refreshing! Can’t wait to try it!
You’ll love it Sue!
Loved this cocktail and so did everyone else!! Perfect for at home happy hours 🙂
Absolutely!!
I love blackberry and lime flavour combination. This looks such a refreshing drink and it’s great that it can be enjoyed by everyone.
That’s exactly why I love them Beth!!