Black Currant Mocktail (Printable version)

Tangy blackcurrant and sparkling water blend with fresh mint for a refreshing alcohol-free beverage.

# What You'll Need:

→ Mocktail Base

01 - 200 ml blackcurrant juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
02 - 200 ml chilled sparkling water
03 - 2 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 1-2 tsp honey or agave syrup (optional, to taste)

→ Garnish & Herbs

05 - 4-6 fresh mint sprigs
06 - 2-4 thin lime slices
07 - Ice cubes

# How To Make:

01 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes to chill thoroughly.
02 - Pour 100 ml blackcurrant juice and 1 tsp lime juice into each glass.
03 - Stir in honey or agave syrup if additional sweetness is desired.
04 - Top each glass with 100 ml sparkling water.
05 - Stir gently to mix all ingredients without losing carbonation.
06 - Decorate with fresh mint sprigs and lime slices. Serve immediately while chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The deep purple color looks absolutely stunning in glassware and instantly elevates any gathering
  • You can whip it up in literally five minutes flat even when guests are already at the door
  • The tangy blackcurrant with mint creates this sophisticated flavor profile that no one believes is alcohol free
02 -
  • Muddling mint leaves directly in the glass before adding juices releases way more aromatic oils than just using them as garnish
  • The quality of blackcurrant juice matters immensely because artificial versions taste like medicine instead of the real deal
  • Pouring sparkling water down the side of the glass instead of directly into the juice keeps more bubbles alive longer
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling for that restaurant quality frosty exterior
  • Use good quality ice cubes either filtered water ice or frozen fruit ice cubes because cheap ice can taste off and ruin the whole experience
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