Sparkling Pear Mojito Mocktail
A crisp, sweet, and refreshing mocktail with fresh pear, mint, lime, and sparkling water—perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Muddler or wooden spoon
- Cocktail shaker or big glass
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Tall serving glass
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon or stir stick
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 ripe pear diced, plus extra slices for garnish
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup or honey
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
- ice cubes
- Extra mint and pear slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Toss diced pear and mint leaves into your shaker or glass.
- Gently muddle them to release all that flavor.
- Add in the lime juice and simple syrup or honey.
- Give it a quick mix with your spoon.
- Fill your serving glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the muddled pear mixture over the ice.
- Top it off with sparkling water or club soda.
- Stir gently so it all comes together.
- Garnish with a few extra mint leaves and pear slices.
Notes
If you prefer a smoother drink, strain out the pear before serving. Adjust sweetness to taste by using less syrup or honey. Flavored sparkling water, such as pear or lime, is a great twist. You can substitute apple or peach for the pear. To serve a crowd, double the recipe for a pitcher.