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Brighten up your summer gatherings with this non-alcoholic Lavender Mojito. It’s got a pop of color and an easygoing floral kick you don’t always get in a classic mojito. The dance between zippy lime, cool mint, and sweet lavender syrup makes every sip feel like a mini celebration. You can whip up your own syrup or just grab a bottle at the store—either way, you’ll be hanging onto this favorite all summer.
I first made these for a big family event—my niece’s baby shower. People couldn’t stop asking for more and kept wanting the how-to before they’d even finished. Now it’s my most requested party drink.
Vibrant Ingredients
- Optional garnishes: jazz things up with a sprig of mint, some lime wedges, or edible flowers like lavender if you want that wow look
- Freshly squeezed lime juice: brings out the tangy bite, perfectly balancing the floral sweet syrup Use limes that feel plump and glossy for max juice
- Ice cubes: chill things down and keep each pour icy cold from the start to the last drop
- Lavender syrup (store-bought or homemade): this is where the flowery flavor shines Use dried culinary lavender if you’re making your own, or pick up your favorite premade bottle
- Sparkling water or club soda: fizz lifts up the flavors and keeps things light Grab the coldest, bubbliest stuff in your fridge
- Fresh mint leaves: gives you that signature coolness Pick sturdy, healthy looking mint for the boldest taste
Simple Directions
- Finish with Ice and Sparkle:
- Add a bunch of ice halfway up your pitcher, pour in the club soda or sparkling water. Mix it gently so the bubbles don’t flatten
- Grab the Garnishes:
- Pour into glasses over extra ice, then pop on fresh mint, a lime slice, and maybe some tiny flowers to make it totally Instagram-worthy
- Ready the Lavender Syrup:
- Stir water, sugar, and lavender in a small pan. Let it heat up only until sugar melts. Then simmer about five minutes, take it off heat, and let it just sit for another five. Strain to remove the flowers and let it cool. Skip all this if you’re using already bottled syrup
- Get the Mint Going:
- Toss mint leaves in a big pitcher and gently mash them a few times with a spoon or muddler. Don’t go crazy—just enough to release the nice smell and flavor without making things bitter
- Mix it Up:
- Add fresh lime juice and lavender syrup over the muddled mint. Give it a good stir so everything blends and mint infuses the whole batch
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Need-to-Know
- Super easy to make booze free and scale up for a bunch of guests
- Unique floral flavors are totally chill and surprising
- Fresh mint lifts every glass
My absolute favorite part of this drink? Dropping a few lavender blossoms on top. Reminds me of warm evenings on the porch, garden in full bloom, and family around. My niece still remembers picking out the floating purple flowers from that first big batch I made for her party.
How to Store
Keep homemade lavender syrup in the fridge—airtight—for up to two weeks. Only mix the mojito close to serving time, since bubbles don’t hang around forever. But you can totally prep the lime, mint, and syrup a day ahead. Just dump in ice and sparkling water right before folks arrive.
Swaps You Can Make
No dried lavender on hand? Go for a store-bought syrup. Want a twist? Swap in lemon or orange juice instead of lime. Club soda is just fine if sparkling water’s missing. Need a change from mint? Fresh basil gives a fun pepper flavor.
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Easy Serving Ideas
This drink pairs awesome with fruity platters, light grilled mains, or pastries at brunch. It feels right at home at bridal showers, tea parties, or any gathering with a breezy vibe. Want to get creative? Thread a blueberry or two onto a cocktail pick and balance it on the edge of your glass.
Fun Facts
Mojitos started out in Cuba, all about mint and lime for beating the heat. This no-alcohol take keeps the good vibes but adds a dash of modern with lavender. Using flowers in drinks goes way back in Europe and now shows up in cool bars everywhere.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I just use premade lavender syrup?
Absolutely! Torani or any store-bought lavender syrup works fine when you're not making your own.
- → How do I smash the mint right?
Grab a muddler or the back of your spoon. Gently mash the mint until it smells good—no need to go wild or it’ll get bitter.
- → Can I use something else for bubbles?
Totally. Try seltzer, sparkling mineral water, or club soda—any bubbly water you like will do the trick.
- → Can I make syrup before I need it?
Yep! Make it early and stash it cold in the fridge. It’ll hang out fine for up to two weeks in a sealed jar.
- → Any simple ways to dress this up?
For sure. Add mint sprigs, a lime twist, or toss on edible flowers like lavender buds to make it pop.