Brazil Nut Free Classic Berry Sparkling Water
Fresh berries, a squeeze of lemon, and chilled sparkling water come together in a drink that looks stunning and tastes even better than it sounds. Muddling the fruit with just a touch of sugar draws out the natural juices and creates a deeply colored, fragrant base that makes every sip feel a little special. After a short rest, the berry mixture blooms into something rich and vibrant before the sparkling water lifts it into a bright, effervescent refresher. Straining it into ice-filled glasses gives you a clean, jewel-toned drink with all the flavor and none of the pulp. A sprig of fresh mint on top adds a cool, aromatic finish that makes this feel genuinely elegant with almost zero effort. It's the kind of drink you can throw together for a backyard gathering or a quiet afternoon and have everyone asking for the recipe.
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4 servings
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries), hulled and halved if large
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 4 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the berries, lemon juice, and sugar in a pitcher. Muddle with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until the berries are well crushed and the sugar has dissolved into the juice, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Let the crushed berry mixture sit for 10 minutes so the flavors meld and the juices deepen in color.
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