Description
Sparkling blueberry ginger mocktail brings summer’s coolest refreshment to your glass, dancing with vibrant berries and zesty ginger. Crisp bubbles and sweet-tangy flavors make this non-alcoholic drink a perfect companion for sunny afternoons when you want something special.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Spices and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) freshly grated ginger (or 1 ounce (28 g) ginger syrup)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice
Sweeteners and Liquids:
- 12 tablespoons (180 ml) honey or agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water or club soda
Garnish:
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedges
- Fresh blueberries
- Mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Create a vibrant blueberry base by pulverizing fresh blueberries with zesty ginger, tangy lime juice, and sweet honey in a high-powered blender until the mixture transforms into a smooth, rich liquid.
- Position a fine mesh strainer over a clean container and carefully pour the blueberry blend through, allowing the liquid to drip through while capturing any remaining solids, ensuring a silky-smooth texture.
- Select a tall, chilled glass and generously fill it with crystal-clear ice cubes, creating a refreshing foundation for the mocktail.
- Delicately cascade the strained blueberry-ginger elixir over the ice, watching the deep purple liquid swirl and mingle with the frozen water.
- Crown the mocktail with effervescent sparkling water, introducing a playful burst of bubbles that dance and integrate with the fruity mixture.
- Enhance the visual appeal and flavor profile by adorning the glass rim with plump, glossy blueberries, a vibrant lime wedge, and a fragrant mint sprig, transforming the drink into a sensory masterpiece.
- Serve immediately, allowing guests to appreciate the mocktail’s stunning color gradient and refreshing aromatics.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by experimenting with different types of honey or agave syrup to match your taste preferences.
- For a smoother texture, use a cheesecloth when straining to catch even the finest blueberry particles.
- Create a low-sugar version by substituting honey with stevia or using fresh blueberries without added sweeteners.
- Boost the antioxidant content by muddling extra fresh blueberries directly in the glass for an intense fruit flavor burst.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg