Description
A refreshing and herbaceous mocktail featuring muddled fresh blackberries and aromatic sage leaves, balanced with lemon juice and a touch of honey, topped with sparkling water for a bright, effervescent finish. Perfect for a revitalizing and simple non-alcoholic beverage.
Ingredients
Fruit and Herb
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
- 3–4 fresh sage leaves
Liquids and Sweeteners
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp honey or simple syrup
- 1/2 cup sparkling water
Other
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Muddle Ingredients: In a sturdy glass, combine the fresh blackberries, sage leaves, lemon juice, and honey or simple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to crush and release the flavors thoroughly, creating a juicy, aromatic base.
- Add Ice: Fill the glass generously with ice to chill the drink and prepare it for dilution with sparkling water.
- Top with Sparkling Water: Pour the sparkling water over the muddled mixture and ice to add effervescence and freshen the flavors.
- Mix and Strain (Optional): Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly. If preferred, strain the drink into a serving glass to remove pulp and sage remnants for a smoother sipping experience.
Notes
- Substitute fresh rosemary leaves for sage for a piney, aromatic twist.
- Use soda water instead of sparkling water if you prefer a less pronounced effervescence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
