Strawberry Mocktail

A bubbly, elegant strawberry mocktail perfect for brunches and warm evenings. Fresh strawberries, floral rosé flavor, and herbs shine in this alcohol-free sip.

Course Cocktail

Cuisine American

Keyword mocktails, non-alcoholic drinks, strawberry drinks

Prep Time 15

Chill Time (optional) 30

Servings -5 mocktails

Calories 197kcal

Author Kathleen

Ingredients

2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced (300 grams)
1/2 cup granulated sugar 100 grams
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 sprig fresh basil or mint
2 cups
non-alcoholic rosé or sparkling grape juice Ice cubes as needed, Strawberries or edible flowers, for garnish
Ice cubes as needed, Strawberries or edible flowers, for garnish

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Instructions

Cook the strawberries. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the strawberries (2 cups), sugar (1/2 cup), lemon juice (2 tablespoons), and a few torn basil or mint leaves (1 sprig). Stir gently and cook for 5–7 minutes, until the strawberries soften and the sugar completely dissolves.
Strain the syrup. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly, then pour it through a fine mesh sieve, pressing firmly on the solids to extract as much syrup as possible. Discard the solids.
Chill. Transfer the strained syrup to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes, or place the container in an ice bath to cool it more quickly.
To serve, fill cocktail glasses with ice. Add about 3 tablespoons of the strawberry syrup to each glass and top with non-alcoholic rosé or sparkling grape juice. Stir gently to combine.
Garnish with halved strawberries, a sprig of mint or basil, or edible flowers for a festive touch.

Notes

Chill everything first. Cold syrup, cold sparkling water, and plenty of ice keep your mocktail crisp and refreshing instead of watered down.
Strain twice for clarity. If you want a smooth, restaurant-style finish, run the syrup through a fine mesh sieve a second time to remove any lingering pulp.
Add bubbles last. Pour the sparkling water in right before serving to preserve that fresh, lively fizz.
Taste before serving. Strawberries vary in sweetness. If it needs more brightness, add a tiny squeeze of lemon. If it’s too tart, stir in a touch more syrup.
Garnish intentionally. A sliced strawberry, a sprig of mint, or a thin lemon wheel instantly elevates the presentation and makes it feel special.
Make it party-ready. For gatherings, prep the syrup ahead of time and store it chilled. Assemble individual glasses just before serving so every drink stays sparkling and vibrant.
Infuse for deeper flavor. For a more complex herbal note, let the syrup sit with the torn basil or mint for several hours (in the fridge) before straining.
Try non-alcoholic rosé. For a prettier, more “grown-up” mocktail, top with sparkling NA rosé instead of sparkling water — you can find more options now at specialty grocers and online.

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