Love Potion Cranberry Raspberry Mocktail (Printable)
Vibrant, refreshing non-alcoholic drink with cranberry and raspberry flavors. Ideal for special occasions or romantic evenings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
02 - 1/4 cup fresh cranberries (or thawed frozen)
→ Juices
03 - 1/2 cup 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened preferred)
04 - 1/4 cup raspberry juice (or substitute with extra cranberry juice if unavailable)
→ Sweetener
05 - 1 to 2 tablespoons simple syrup or agave nectar, to taste
→ Citrus
06 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
→ Sparkling
07 - 1 cup chilled sparkling water or club soda
→ Garnish (optional)
08 - Extra raspberries and cranberries
09 - Lime wheels
10 - Fresh mint sprigs
# How to Make It:
01 - In a cocktail shaker or large mixing glass, gently muddle the fresh raspberries and cranberries until well crushed and their juices are released.
02 - Add the 100% cranberry juice, raspberry juice, 1 to 2 tablespoons of simple syrup (starting with 1 tablespoon), and freshly squeezed lime juice to the shaker. Stir or shake vigorously to thoroughly combine the ingredients.
03 - Fill two serving glasses with ice. Strain the mixture evenly into the glasses, distributing the fruit pulp as desired for visual appeal and texture.
04 - Top each glass with chilled sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to integrate the sparkling component.
05 - Taste the mocktail and adjust the sweetness level if necessary by adding more simple syrup.
06 - Garnish each glass with extra berries, a lime wheel, and a fresh mint sprig, if desired. Serve immediately for optimal refreshment.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You can whip up something truly stunning in minutes, perfect for when guests arrive unexpectedly or you just need a personal treat.
- It's incredibly versatile, easily customizable to your preferred sweetness, and always delivers a refreshing burst of tangy fruit.
02 -
- I learned early on that the quality of your juices truly makes a difference here; opting for 100% juice without added sugars lets the natural fruit flavors shine.
- Don't be afraid to taste as you go, especially with the sweetness; what one batch of berries yields might be different from the next.
03 -
- For the best flavor and a wonderfully vivid color, ensure your berries are as fresh and ripe as possible; a quick taste of a raspberry can tell you a lot.
- Always use very cold sparkling water or club soda, and add it just before serving to maintain maximum fizz and refreshment.