Vibrant black currant beverage served three refreshing ways: sparkling mocktail, creamy smoothie, and infused water. Ready in just 15 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Sparkling Black Currant Mocktail
01 - 1 cup black currant juice (unsweetened)
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
03 - 2 tablespoons simple syrup (adjust to taste)
04 - 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
05 - Ice cubes
06 - Fresh black currants and mint sprigs for garnish
→ For the Black Currant Smoothie
07 - 1 cup frozen black currants
08 - 1 ripe banana
09 - 1 cup plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
10 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Ice cubes (optional)
→ For the Black Currant Infused Water
13 - 1/2 cup fresh black currants, lightly crushed
14 - 6-8 fresh mint leaves
15 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
16 - 1.5 liters cold filtered water
17 - Ice cubes
# How To Make:
01 - Combine black currant juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup in a pitcher. Stir thoroughly until well incorporated. Add chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine. Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, pour the mocktail over ice, and garnish with fresh black currants and mint sprigs.
02 - Add frozen black currants, ripe banana, plant-based milk, honey or agave syrup, and vanilla extract to a blender canister. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, approximately 45-60 seconds. Add ice cubes if thicker consistency is desired. Pour immediately into chilled glasses.
03 - Place lightly crushed fresh black currants, mint leaves, and lemon slices in a large pitcher or infusion jug. Pour cold filtered water over the ingredients. Refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse properly. Serve over ice in tall glasses.
