Summer Berry Spritz Mocktail
Find the perfect non-alcoholic Italian beverage with our easy-to-follow recipe for Summer Berry Spritz Mocktail. Enjoy this fruity, refreshing drink during lazy summer afternoons or elegant gatherings.
Allergens
None
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup raspberries 1/4 cup sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 (750ml) bottle sparkling water, chilled Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Ice cubes Lemon wheel, for garnish
Instructions
- a. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries with sugar. Cook until the fruit breaks down and the mixture becomes syrupy, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely. b. Strain the fruit mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids. Let the syrup cool for 10 minutes. c. In a large pitcher, combine cooled berry syrup with lemon juice and sparkling water. Stir gently to combine. d. To serve, fill four glasses with ice cubes, pour the spritz over them, and garnish each glass with a lemon wheel and a few fresh basil leaves.
Chef’s Insight
The key to a perfect Summer Berry Spritz Mocktail is using ripe, juicy berries for maximum flavor.
Notes
If the berries are not in season, use frozen ones and defrost them before using.