Description
This fresh guava mocktail recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. It’s the perfect drink to serve with tacos, Tex-Mex, or on a hot night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1-2 jalapeño slices
- 2-3 mint leaves
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/3 cup guava nectar
- pinch Tajin
- 1/3 cup guava sparkling water (like La Croix) or regular sparkling water
- 1 Tablespoon grenadine
- Optional garnish: lime slices, fresh mint, or more jalapeño or Tajin
Instructions
- Muddle. To start, combine jalapeño slices, mint leaves, and lime juice. Gently muddle with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release some of the flavor.
- Combine. Add guava nectar and a pinch of Tajin & stir to combine.
- Top. Fill the cup with ice, then finish the drink with sparkling water and a little grenadine.
- Garnish with fresh lime, fresh mint, jalapeño or more Tajin.
Notes
- Can I Use Guava Juice Instead? Yes. I like guava nectar since it’s slightly sweeter and tends to have a more vibrant color, but guava juice will absolutely work. This is a great option if you prefer a less sweet mocktail. Follow your tastebuds and use what you can find!
- Don’t Be Afraid of Tajin! Pairing Tajin seasoning with fresh fruit is SUPER common in Mexico & increasingly in the United States. It’s regularly served with mango, watermelon, jicama, pineapple, cantaloupe, and more. The notes of mild chili, lime, and salt add a beautiful balance of flavors to tropical fruits like guava, and it makes a big difference in this guava mocktail! It’s inexpensive, and super versatile. Use leftover Tajin to season meat, sprinkle on Elote, or other fruits & veggies!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
