Tis the season for fruity drinks! This Blueberry Mojito Mocktail is fresh, fruity, and perfect for spring brunches and showers!
When the Mr. and I go out to eat, I don’t usually order a cocktail. It’s partly because I’m cheap and the price of cocktails at fancy restaurants makes me choke, but it’s also partly because I like to save my calories for the main attraction: the food.
If I do order a cocktail, you can bet it’s going to be something fruity or frozen. I’m a sucker for a peach bellini, a frosty strawberry daiquiri, or a fuzzy navel, but if there’s any kind of berry mojito on the menu that’s going to be my pick 100% of the time.
With the weather warming up and my food blogging friends posting all sorts of gorgeous boozy berry concoctions, I’ve been feeling more than a little thirsty. Baby R and I might not be able to indulge in the boozy beverages, but that doesn’t mean I have to go without the fresh, fruity, citrus flavor of my favorite drink!
These Blueberry Mojito Mocktails took a few tries, but I’m happy to say they’re exactly what I was after. They start with a dreamy blueberry simple syrup, which is what gives this drink it’s gorgeous color. The simple syrup is muddled with lime and mint and topped off with ice and a bit of sparkling water. This drink is sweet, refreshing, and tastes like summer. And since it’s alcohol-free, it’s a great drink to bring to a baby shower or family event with the kiddos.
Speaking of family events, today the #SundaySupper team is talking all about picnics! We’re breaking out the blankets and coolers and taking our meal to the great outdoors. There’s no better way to celebrate spring than with good food and lots of sunshine. From appetizers to beverages to desserts and everything in between, these recipes were meant to be enjoyed al fresco, so pick your favorites, grab a few friends and head to the patio!
Blueberry Mojito Mocktails
Ingredients
For the blueberry simple syrup:
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
For each drink:
- 3 Tablespoons simple syrup
- 8-10 mint leaves + sprig for garnish
- 1/2 lime + slices for garnish
- 4-6 Tablespoons lemon lime sparking water
- Ice
I love making cocktails at home, but I am the same way when dining out. I’d rather save my money, and calories on the FOOD! These mock mojitos look so refreshing!
Who doesn’t love a refreshing cocktail for a picnic! Love this.
Perfect picnic cocktail, fresh and light! When I go out, first it’s cocktails then food…we can complement each other, lol.
So pretty and perfectly fun for a picnic!!
What a fun cocktail!
Love that you turned one of my favorite cocktails into a mocktail
What a refreshing drink for a hot afternoon!
One of my favorites and perfect for a hot summer day!
Yummmm! I love the color of this cocktail, so pretty!
I’m crazy for anything blueberry. This mocktail looks terrific.
I’m glad you stuck with it. These look wonderful.
I am very much so in the mojito mood. I’ve already made two!
This looks like the perfect drink to me and so refreshing!
Congratulations! Your mocktail looks absolutely gorgeous and I can’t wait to give it a try.
Thank you Lauren! We’re so excited!
This turned out absolutely gorgeous! Definitely looks perfectly refreshing on a hot day.
Thanks Susan! It’s definitely what I’ll have in hand this summer!
The mojito is my favorite! These are gorgeous. Um, I’ll be adding a swig of rum to mine 🙂
I approve Jennie! 🙂
Yum! I sure do miss my peach bellini’s & daiquiri’s since I became pregnant. This looks delicious!