Blackberry Sage Summer Cooler (Printable)

Vibrant blend of blackberries, sage, citrus, and crushed ice for a refreshing summer cooler.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit & Herbs

01 - 1 cup fresh blackberries
02 - 4 fresh sage leaves, plus extra for garnish
03 - 1/2 lemon, juiced

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup, to taste

→ Liquids

05 - 1 cup sparkling water or club soda

→ Ice

06 - 2 cups crushed ice

# Step-by-Step:

01 - In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the blackberries and sage leaves together until the berries are well crushed and the sage becomes fragrant.
02 - Add the lemon juice and honey or agave syrup. Stir or shake until the sweetener is fully dissolved.
03 - Fill two glasses with crushed ice.
04 - Strain the blackberry-sage mixture evenly over the ice in each glass, pressing to extract as much juice as possible.
05 - Top each glass with sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
06 - Garnish with extra sage leaves and a few whole blackberries. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick to Make: With a total time of only 10 minutes, it's the perfect last-minute refreshment.
  • Vibrant and Fresh: Uses real fruit and fresh herbs for a sophisticated flavor profile.
  • Naturally Inclusive: A vegan and gluten-free beverage that everyone can enjoy.
02 -
  • Sweetness Control: Taste your blackberries first; if they are very tart, you may want to increase the honey or agave syrup.
  • Spirited Version: To turn this into a cocktail, simply add 1 oz of gin or vodka per serving before topping with sparkling water.
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