Pecan Free Classic Berry Sparkling Water
Fresh berries, a squeeze of lemon, and a touch of sugar come together in a pitcher to create something genuinely refreshing — the kind of drink that looks like it took way more effort than it did. Muddling the berries releases their natural juices and lets the flavors deepen before the sparkling water ever hits the pitcher, which means every sip is bright, fruity, and layered. The gentle fizz carries all that berry goodness without overwhelming it, and straining the mixture gives you a beautifully clear, jewel-toned glass that's as pretty as it is delicious. A sprig of fresh mint on top takes it from casual to company-worthy in about two seconds. This is the kind of drink you'll want to keep on rotation all summer long — it works just as well for a backyard gathering as it does for a quiet afternoon on the porch.
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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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