Description
Raspberry lime fizz delivers a sparkling dance of tangy sweetness and refreshing citrus notes. Crisp summer flavors mingle seamlessly, inviting you to savor each effervescent sip of this vibrant cocktail.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh raspberries
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey or simple syrup
Carbonated Beverages:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sparkling water or club soda
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chilled lemon-lime soda
Garnish and Serving:
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- Create a vibrant raspberry foundation by gently crushing ripe raspberries with tangy lime juice and sweet honey in a cocktail shaker, releasing their intense flavors and creating a luscious crimson mixture.
- Fill a tall, chilled glass with crystal-clear ice cubes, providing a frosty backdrop for the vivid drink.
- Carefully cascade the muddled raspberry-lime elixir over the ice, allowing the liquid to swirl and intermingle with the frozen cubes.
- Crown the concoction with effervescent sparkling water, introducing a light, bubbly texture that dances across the palate.
- For those craving additional sweetness, introduce a splash of zesty lemon-lime soda, elevating the drink’s refreshing profile.
- Delicately stir the beverage with a long spoon, ensuring the layers blend seamlessly and create a harmonious fusion of flavors.
- Enhance the visual appeal and aromatic experience by garnishing with a delicate sprig of fresh mint, adding a subtle herbaceous note.
- Serve immediately, presenting a cool, invigorating libation perfect for warm afternoons or festive gatherings.
Notes
- Replace honey with agave nectar or maple syrup for a vegan-friendly version of the cocktail.
- Use frozen raspberries if fresh ones aren’t available, which can intensify the fruity flavor and provide a chilled base.
- Experiment with different sparkling waters like coconut or flavored varieties to create unique taste profiles.
- For a low-sugar option, substitute honey with stevia or use sugar-free sparkling water to reduce overall sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg