Perfect for spring and summer sipping, this strawberry grapefruit mocktail with mint is incredibly refreshing and flavorful. Ready in 5 minutes or less with just 5 ingredients, this easy mocktail can be batched to serve a crowd with a few simple modifications or enjoyed solo.
Why I Love This Mocktail Recipe
This easy mocktail is a new favorite because the pairing of strawberries, grapefruit, and mint is super refreshing which makes it perfect for spring and summer sipping! I love the balance of the sweetness from the strawberries, the citrusy notes from the grapefruit, and the cooling herbal notes from the mint. Since the mint in my garden is going absolutely bonkers, I love that I can pop out and pinch a sprig then have this mocktail whipped up in less than 5 minutes!
Notes on Ingredients and Substitutions
While I am really digging the pairing of strawberries and grapefruit, you can try subbing in other berries like blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries for an equally delicious and refreshing non-alcoholic sip. If you don’t like grapefruit, any variety of orange will work here (just use the juice of a whole one in place of the grapefruit half). You can also try this with lime or lemon but you’ll need much less juice, about 1-2 tablespoons worth. As for the mint, I highly recommend leaving it in because it’s so dang refreshing! For more substitutions, check out the recipe card below.
Fresh Mint Storage Tip — my preferred method for storing mint is to fill a small glass or jar with water, trim off the very bottom of each mint stem, then place the stems in the jar of water just like you would a bouquet of flowers. Keep the jar on the counter away from direct sunlight and change the water every couple of days. It should keep for about a week!
Tips for Achieving the Best Tasting Strawberry Grapefruit Mocktail
- Muddle the strawberries and mint until the strawberries are super juicy and there aren’t any large chunks remaining. You want to extract as much juice as possible because it adds flavor to the mocktail.
- Use fresh grapefruit juice if possible, not bottled or pre-squeezed juice! It honestly has the best and freshest flavor and is my preferred choice in a recipe where the juice is one of the main flavor profiles.
- Sweeten to your tastes. The amount of simple syrup in the recipe is what I tend to prefer but if you’re avoiding added sugars, simply leave the simple syrup out! You’ll still have a super refreshing mocktail.
- Add just enough club soda or sparkling water to top off the drink once you’ve added the ice, about 2 ounces. You want just a touch of effervescence without watering down the flavors of the mocktail.
Looking for More Spring and Summer Mocktails?
This lemon mojito mocktail is the most popular one on my blog and for good reason! It’s super refreshing, needs only 4 ingredients, and can be easily multiplied to serve a crowd. If you want something both hydrating and cooling, try this watermelon lime slush with tulsi basil. If you love grapefruit as much as I do, you’ll also dig this grapefruit rosemary mocktail with vanilla and ginger beer.
Strawberry Grapefruit Mocktail with Mint
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Perfect for spring and summer sipping, this strawberry grapefruit mocktail with mint is incredibly refreshing and flavorful. Ready in 5 minutes or less with just 5 ingredients, this easy mocktail can be batched to serve a crowd with a few simple modifications or enjoyed solo.
Ingredients
- 3 medium strawberries, hulled and diced
- 1 spring fresh mint, or 4–5 leaves
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup, or agave syrup
- ice
- 1/2 large grapefruit, juiced
- 2 ounces club soda, or plain sparkling water
- edible flowers, optional for garnish
Instructions
Add the diced strawberries, mint, and simple syrup to a 12-16 ounce glass. Muddle until the strawberries are juicy and the mint is fragrant.
Add a large handful of ice to the glass, followed by the grapefruit juice. Top with the club soda then garnish with edible flowers or grapefruit slices if desired.
Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Agave syrup or honey can be used in place of the simple syrup.
- Plain sparkling water or seltzer can be used in place of the club soda. I recommend chilling it beforehand so that the ice doesn’t melt as quickly!
- Don’t have a muddler? Use a wooden spoon instead!
- To make a pitcher, add 2 cups diced strawberries 6-8 sprigs of fresh mint, and 6-8 tablespoons of simple syrup to a blender or food processor. Pulse a few times until the strawberries are broken down and juicy. Pour this mixture into a pitcher. Juice 4 grapefruits, then add the juice to the pitcher as well. Chill this mixture until you’re ready to serve. Right before serving, stir in 16 ounces chilled club soda. Serve over ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: drink
