A Little Sparkle, No Liquor: Marsai’s Cranberry Mojito Mocktail

When Marsai Martin came through House Guest, we kept it cool with a cranberry mojito mocktail that hit the spot. No liquor, no problem—just crisp, refreshing flavor and a little fizz to keep things light.

Here’s the recipe if you’re tryna recreate it at home:

Marsai’s Cranberry Mojito Mocktail
For one glass:

• 8 fresh mint leaves

• 2 lime wedges (plus a slice for garnish)

• 1 tbsp simple syrup

• 2 oz 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened)

• ½ cup sparkling water or club soda

• Crushed ice

How to make it:

1. Start with the good stuff. Muddle the mint and lime with the simple syrup in your glass. Not too rough—you just want the flavor, not a mint salad.

2. Ice it up. Fill the glass with crushed ice.

3. Add cranberry juice. Just enough for that bold color and a little tartness.

4. Top with bubbles. Pour in your sparkling water or club soda and give it a gentle stir.

5. Finish strong. Add a mint sprig and a lime wheel on top. That’s your “I know what I’m doing” moment.

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