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Springtime Strawberry Sipper Mocktail
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This Springtime Strawberry Sipper Mocktail is the ultimate non alcoholic refresher—light, fruity, and easy to batch for a party.
Ingredients
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
1/2 lemon, sliced
5–6 mint leaves
2 cups sparkling water or club soda
Ice cubes
Optional: 1 tbsp honey or agave
Instructions
1. Muddle strawberries, lemon slices, and mint in a pitcher.
2. Add honey/agave if using, stir well.
3. Fill glasses with ice.
4. Pour mixture over ice, top with sparkling water.
5. Stir gently and garnish with strawberry slices and mint.
Notes
To make a frozen version, blend ingredients with ice.
You can prepare the base up to a day ahead and refrigerate.
Add soda right before serving for maximum fizz.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Refreshing Spring Drinks, Non Alcoholic Cocktails Summer, Strawberry Drink Ideas
From Farm to Fizz
Every year, Chloe from The Yummy Recipes marks the start of spring by picking fresh strawberries at a local farm, gathering mint from the garden, and stirring up her signature strawberry mocktail. What began as a sweet soda swap for her kids quickly became a staple at every gathering — bright, refreshing, and alcohol-free.
There’s something magical about spring that calls for its own drink. This mocktail bursts with fruity flavors and garden-fresh aromas, combining strawberries, lemon, and mint in the prettiest pink hue. It’s the essence of a blooming season, in a glass.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This refreshing mocktail keeps things simple with ingredients you likely have on hand or can grab easily from the store. It’s also flexible — make it as sweet, tart, or bubbly as you like.
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled (frozen is fine, thaw slightly first)
- 1/2 lemon, sliced into thin wheels or wedges
- 5–6 fresh mint leaves, torn or lightly crushed
- 2 cups sparkling water (club soda or lemon sparkling water both work well)
- Ice cubes or crushed ice, for serving
- Optional: 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- Optional garnish: extra strawberries, lemon wheels, mint sprigs
How to Make the Mocktail
This recipe comes together in just a few steps — no blender, no boiling, no fuss. It’s perfect for spontaneous sipping or big-batch entertaining.
- Muddle the base.
In a large pitcher, add the hulled strawberries, lemon slices, and mint leaves. Gently muddle with a wooden spoon or muddler until the berries release their juice and the lemon and mint are fragrant. - Add sweetener if desired.
If your strawberries aren’t super sweet, stir in the honey or agave at this stage. Mix well so it dissolves into the muddled juice. - Add ice and sparkling water.
Fill the pitcher (or individual glasses) with ice, then pour the sparkling water over the top. Stir gently to combine. - Garnish and serve.
Pour into glasses and garnish with a halved strawberry, mint sprig, and lemon wheel. Serve immediately for the most vibrant fizz.
Tips for Success
- Want a frozen version? Blend the muddled base with ice for a slushy mocktail.
- Hosting a party? Multiply the recipe and prep the muddled mix ahead. Add soda just before serving.
- Make it look extra pretty: Serve in clear glasses over crushed ice with a sugar rim and colorful garnish.
FAQ
Can I make it ahead?
Yes, prepare the strawberry-lemon-mint mix up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the fridge and top with sparkling water right before serving.
How do I adjust the sweetness?
Taste the strawberries first. If they’re sweet, skip the honey or agave. Otherwise, 1 tablespoon is usually enough.
Best way to garnish?
Use halved strawberries, a lemon wheel, and a mint sprig. Serve over crushed or pebble ice for the best visual appeal.
Can I freeze this?
Definitely. Blend the base with ice for a slushy-style drink or freeze the mix and blitz later.
Is this kid-friendly?
Yes! It’s one of those non alcoholic fruit drinks that adults and kids love equally.