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The Enchanted Garden Mocktail

Find this delightful and refreshing Thai mocktail recipe that captures the essence of a tropical garden.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes Cook: N/A Total: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Thai

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 cups coconut water 1 cup fresh lemon balm leaves, packed 1 cup fresh mint leaves, packed 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, packed 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1/4 cup cucumber, peeled and sliced 1/4 cup pineapple, diced 1/4 cup coconut cream 3 cups ice Optional: edible flowers for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pitcher, combine the coconut water, lemon balm leaves, mint leaves, and basil leaves. Gently stir to mix.
  2. Allow the herbs to infuse in the coconut water for 5 minutes, then strain out the herbs using a fine mesh strainer. Press the herbs gently to extract maximum flavor.
  3. In a blender, combine the infused coconut water, lime juice, cucumber, and pineapple. Blend until smooth.
  4. Pour the blend into a large mixing bowl, add the coconut cream, and stir gently to combine.
  5. Fill four tall glasses with ice, then pour the blended mixture over the ice, dividing it equally among the glasses.
  6. Garnish with edible flowers, if using, and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The balance of sweetness, tartness, and herbaceous flavors makes this mocktail a versatile choice for any gathering.

Notes

Adjust the amount of sweetener based on personal preference.

Cultural or Historical Background

Thai cuisine often combines a variety of fresh herbs and fruits to create unique and refreshing dishes.