Description
A refreshing and festive Halloween mocktail combining the tangy fizz of kombucha with fresh blackberries, lime juice, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for a spooky celebration or a healthy, flavorful drink any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Mocktail Ingredients
- 1 cup kombucha (plain or lightly flavored)
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- 1/4 cup sparkling water (optional, to adjust fizz)
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the blackberries: Rinse fresh blackberries under cold water. Gently muddle about half of them in a mixing glass to release their juice, leaving the rest whole for garnish and texture.
- Mix the lime and sweetener: In a serving glass, combine fresh lime juice with honey or maple syrup if using, and stir until the sweetener dissolves completely, creating a bright and subtly sweet base.
- Add kombucha and sparkling water: Pour in the kombucha carefully to retain the fizz. Add a splash of sparkling water if desired to adjust carbonation and mellow the intensity.
- Incorporate berries and ice: Add the muddled blackberry juice and whole berries into the glass. Fill with ice cubes to keep the drink cool and add texture.
- Stir gently and serve: Give the mocktail a gentle stir to combine flavors without flattening the bubbles. Serve immediately for the best fizz and visual appeal.
Notes
- Use plain or lightly flavored kombucha to avoid overpowering the blackberry and lime flavors.
- Adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup according to your taste preferences.
- Adding sparkling water can mellow the kombucha’s tanginess and increase fizz.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the most refreshing fizz and visual appeal.
- For a festive touch, garnish with extra blackberries or a lime wedge.
