Summer Sparkle
Quench your thirst and bask in the flavors of sunshine with this vibrant Summer Sparkle mocktail. Bursting with zesty fresh lemon juice, luscious orange juice, and naturally sweetened with honey, this easy-to-make drink is the ultimate summer refresher. Muddled strawberries and mint leaves add a burst of fruity freshness, while bubbly sparkling water creates a delightful effervescence. Served over ice and elegantly garnished with whole strawberries and lemon slices, this drink is both visually stunning and deliciously invigorating. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for poolside gatherings, brunches, or any occasion that calls for a sparkling touch of summer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 6 pieces strawberries, hulled and diced
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 2 pieces strawberries (for garnish)
- 2 pieces lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, orange juice, and honey. Whisk until the honey is fully dissolved.
Add the diced strawberries and mint leaves to the mixture. Use the back of a spoon or a muddler to gently mash the strawberries and mint leaves to release their flavors.
Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes and evenly divide the fruit mixture between the glasses.
Top each glass with 1 cup of sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
Garnish each glass with a whole strawberry and a lemon slice on the rim for an elegant touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Summer Sparkle!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
14 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 75 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
