Description
Zesty Mexican-inspired “Citrus Paloma Mocktail with Thyme” brings refreshing summer vibes to your glass. Herb-infused grapefruit sparkler promises cool satisfaction for those seeking non-alcoholic pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) fresh grapefruit juice
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 3 ounces (90 milliliters) sparkling water or club soda
Sweetener and Herb:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) agave syrup (optional)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Garnish and Serving:
- Ice
- Grapefruit or lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Crush a thyme sprig with agave syrup in a serving glass, extracting the herb’s aromatic essence and releasing its delicate botanical notes.
- Pour freshly squeezed grapefruit and lime juices into the glass, creating a vibrant citrus foundation.
- Load the glass with crushed or cubed ice, filling it to the brim for a refreshing chill.
- Stream sparkling water or club soda over the icy mixture, generating a light, effervescent texture.
- Gently rotate a long bar spoon through the liquid, integrating the thyme-infused syrup with the citrus and carbonated elements.
- Elevate the presentation by adorning the drink’s surface with a pristine lime or grapefruit wedge and an additional thyme sprig, transforming the mocktail into a visually stunning beverage.
Notes
- Enhance the thyme flavor by gently crushing the leaves against the glass before muddling to release more aromatic oils.
- Opt for freshly squeezed citrus juices to elevate the brightness and natural sweetness of the mocktail.
- Chill the glass beforehand to keep the drink refreshingly cool and maintain its crisp taste longer.
- Consider using a flavored sparkling water like grapefruit or lime to add an extra layer of complexity to the mocktail.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg