Berry Green Tea Sparkler Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of water
- 2 green tea bags (or your preferred green tea)
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen, such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup sparkling water
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh berries and mint leaves for garnish
- Lemon wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Boil Water: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Brew Green Tea: Remove from heat and add the green tea bags. Let it steep for 3-5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Sweeten: While the tea is still warm, stir in the honey or simple syrup until it is completely dissolved.
- Berry Puree: In a blender, puree the mixed berries until smooth. If you prefer a smoother texture, strain the berry puree to remove the seeds.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the cooled green tea, berry puree, cranberry juice, and sparkling water. Stir well.
- Serve Over Ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the berry green tea mixture over the ice.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh berries, mint leaves, and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy a refreshing and sparkling berry green tea mocktail.