Description
A refreshing and vibrant mocktail made with blackberries, thyme, and sparkling water. Perfect for summer gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh blackberries, mashed
- 3/4 oz (22.5ml) thyme simple syrup
- 3/4 oz (22.5ml) fresh lemon juice
- 8 oz (240ml) sparkling water, club soda or kombucha
- 1/4 ounce thyme simple syrup for dilution, if necessary
Instructions
- Mash the Blackberries: Start by mashing your fresh blackberries in a bowl. You will want them to break down into a chunky mixture, emitting a sweet aroma. This is where all that juicy goodness will come from, so do not be shy about really squishing them. Just watch out for blackberries that aren’t ripe; they will not mash well.
- Add Thyme Simple Syrup: Stir in your thyme simple syrup and mix until everything is well combined. The syrup will give your drink a lovely balance of sweetness with just a hint of herbal flair. If you find it to be too sweet, you might want to hold back a bit on the syrup. It is easy to get carried away!
- Pour in Sparkling Water: Gently pour in some sparkling water, giving it a nice stir to mix things up. You will start hearing that delightful fizz as the bubbles come to life! This step is all about achieving that refreshing effervescence, so add water to taste, but do not go overboard. Too much can dilute the flavors.
- Serve with Ice: Fill your favorite glass with ice cubes and ladle your mixture over the top. The chill will make it extra refreshing, and watching the colors swirl together is such a treat for the eyes. Just remember to fill the glass halfway; you will need room for more sparkling water and garnish later.
- Add Garnish & Enjoy: Top your drink off with a few whole blackberries and a sprig of fresh thyme. It will look stunning and add a little pop of freshness when you take that first sip. Just make sure to serve it immediately; the fizz is best when it is fresh!
Notes
- Best served immediately; can use fresh or frozen blackberries.
- If fresh blackberries are tough to mash, waiting until they are fully ripe can make a big difference in achieving the right texture.
- When your mocktail turns out too sweet, adding a splash more sparkling water helps balance the flavors well.
- If you are using frozen blackberries, letting them thaw for a bit before mashing allows for easier blending.
- For a more tart drink, introducing a1/2 teaspoon of simple syrup can help adjust the overall flavor for a pleasant sip.
- When preparing for gatherings, serving in clear glasses with blackberries and lemon slices adds a touch of elegance to your presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mocktail
- Calories: 58
- Sugar: 12.8g
- Sodium: 0.6mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15.4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg