Description
A fragrant tropical twist on the classic mojito, this Virgin Lychee Mojito combines juicy lychees, fresh mint, and zesty lime for a perfectly refreshing and exotic non-alcoholic drink that’s easy to make and bursting with bright flavors.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4–5 fresh or canned lychees (plus syrup if canned)
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sugar or honey
- Ice cubes
- ½ cup sparkling water or club soda
Instructions
- Muddle Ingredients: In a tall glass, gently muddle the lychees, mint leaves, lime juice, and sugar or honey together. This releases the fragrant oils from the mint and the juice from the lychees, creating the base flavor of the mojito.
- Add Ice and Sparkling Water: Fill the glass with ice cubes, then pour ½ cup of sparkling water or club soda over the top to add effervescence and refreshment.
- Mix Gently: Stir the mixture gently to combine all the flavors without bruising the mint too much, ensuring a balanced taste throughout the drink.
- Garnish: Add a sprig of fresh mint and a lychee on a skewer as garnish to enhance the visual appeal and provide an extra burst of aroma as you sip.
Notes
- For extra lychee flavor, add a splash of lychee syrup from the canned lychees.
- To make a slushie-style version, blend all the ingredients with ice until smooth.
- You can substitute sugar with honey or another sweetener according to your preference.
- Use fresh lychees when in season for the best flavor; canned lychees work well too.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink / Mocktail
- Method: Muddling
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
