Fresh Passion Fruit Mojito

This lively Passion Fruit Mojito Mocktail brings all the tropical vibes of a regular mojito without any booze. When tangy passion fruit meets cool mint and flowery hibiscus, you get a fancy drink that works for any party or quiet evening at home.

I whipped up this drink for the first time when hosting a backyard get-together where many friends weren't drinking. It was such a smash hit that now people ask for it at every party, even when there's plenty of boozy stuff available.

Ingredients

• Fresh mint leaves: Gives you that classic mojito freshness that wakes up your taste buds
• Passion fruit beverage infusion: Adds tropical sweetness that isn't too much
• Fresh lime juice: Brings that zippy tang that balances all the sweet stuff
• Club soda: Makes everything bubbly and extra refreshing
• Chilled hibiscus tea: Gives a stunning color and subtle flower taste that makes this drink extra special
• Edible flowers: Makes your drink look fancy enough for social media photos

Step-by-Step Instructions

Muddle the Mint:

Put mint leaves in your glass and gently squish them with a muddler or spoon handle. You just want to get the oils out, not tear them up. You'll know it's working when you can smell the mint right away.

Build the Base:

Pour lime juice and the Passion Fruit Beverage Infusion right onto your muddled mint. The lime's tanginess actually pulls out more mint flavor.

Add Fizz and Ice:

Pour in your club soda and drop in some ice. Bigger ice cubes work better since they won't water down your drink as fast. Give everything a gentle stir.

Create the Dramatic Pour:

Carefully pour your cold hibiscus tea over the back of a spoon to make a pretty layered look. The tea will slowly mix in, creating a cool color show in your glass.

Garnish Thoughtfully:

Stick in some fresh mint, a lime wedge, and maybe a pretty edible flower if you've got one. They look nice but also add smells that make sipping even better.

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The passion fruit stuff is hands down my best find this year. I stumbled on it when I was testing alcohol-free drinks for my sister's baby shower and now I put it in so many different beverages. It turns even basic drinks into something that feels special.

Make Ahead Options

This drink is great for parties with a bit of planning. You can squish the mint with lime juice up to 8 hours before and keep it in the fridge in a closed container. The hibiscus tea can be made and cooled up to 3 days early. When your friends show up, just mix your ready-made stuff with the passion fruit flavor, some ice, and bubbly water for a quick refreshing drink.

Finding the Perfect Ingredients

Can't find the Amoretti Passion Fruit Beverage Infusion? No worries. Try using passion fruit syrup or mashed passion fruit with a bit of sugar water instead. For the hibiscus tea, check specialty shops or Latin American grocery stores for dried hibiscus flowers. Just soak them in hot water for 5 minutes, then cool it down completely before using. That deep red color and tangy kick really makes the drink stand out.

Variations to Try

This drink can be changed up in so many ways. Want some heat? Throw in a few jalapeño slices when you muddle. Feeling like berries? Mash in some strawberries or raspberries. Need it sweeter? Add a touch of honey or agave. Each change keeps that refreshing quality but gives you a whole new taste adventure.

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Pour with joy and get ready for that amazing blast of flavor with every gulp!

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I swap the infusion for fresh passion fruit?

Definitely! Scoop out the pulpy seeds of fresh passion fruit and strain out the juice before mixing. It adds a stronger tangy punch to your drink.

→ What’s a good hibiscus tea substitute?

You can switch it up with cranberry or pomegranate juice. Both give you that tart, colorful vibe without any hassle.

→ What’s the right way to muddle mint leaves?

Pop the leaves at the base of your glass and lightly press them with a spoon or muddler. Go easy, though—don’t overdo it, or they’ll taste bitter.

→ Can I prep this drink early?

It’s better fresh, but you can save time by mixing the lime juice and passion fruit ahead. Add soda and hibiscus tea right before serving for the best fizz.

→ What are other garnish options?

Add fun touches like citrus twists, a sprig of rosemary, or a handful of fresh berries to make it look extra special.