Sparkling Strawberry Mocktail

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

02 - 2 thin slices lemon, plus extra for garnish

03 - 2 thin slices cucumber, optional for freshness

→ Syrup

04 - 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup

→ Juice

05 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sparkling

06 - 1.5 cups chilled sparkling water

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh mint leaves

08 - Ice cubes

# Method:

01 - In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the strawberries, lemon slices, and cucumber slices with the honey or agave syrup until the strawberries are well crushed and release their juices.

02 - Pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice into the shaker and fill with ice cubes.

03 - Shake or stir vigorously to combine all ingredients and chill the mixture thoroughly.

04 - Strain the mixture evenly into two glasses filled with fresh ice.

05 - Pour 3/4 cup sparkling water into each glass and gently stir to combine.

06 - Top each glass with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -

It's ready in 10 minutes, which means you can impress people without actually trying.
No alcohol means everyone at the table gets to enjoy it, from kids to designated drivers to those who simply prefer it this way.
Those crushed strawberries create a natural sweetness that feels indulgent but keeps you from reaching for sugary sodas.

02 -

Don't muddle so hard that you crush the strawberry seeds into bitterness—gentle pressure releases the juice without damaging the fruit.
If your sparkling water sits out, it loses its fizz fast, so keep it cold and only add it right before serving.

03 -

Chill your glasses in the freezer for 5 minutes before serving—it keeps the drink cold longer and makes the whole experience feel more intentional.
The secret to restaurant-quality presentation is using a vegetable peeler to create thin, elegant lemon ribbons instead of thick slices.

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