Strawberry Mint Spring Pitcher (Printer View)

A fresh blend of strawberries, mint, and citrus creates a lively, cooling drink perfect for warm days.

# What you'll need:

→ Fruit & Herbs

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
03 - 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
04 - 1 lime, sliced into rounds

→ Liquids

05 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
06 - 1/3 cup simple syrup
07 - 4 cups cold sparkling water
08 - 1 cup cold still water

→ Garnish

09 - Extra strawberry slices for serving
10 - Additional fresh mint sprigs for serving
11 - Lemon or lime wheels for serving

# Method:

01 - In a large pitcher, combine the sliced strawberries, mint leaves, lemon slices, and lime slices.
02 - Gently muddle the fruit and mint with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their flavors.
03 - Add the lemon juice and simple syrup to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
04 - Pour in the sparkling water and still water. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
05 - Fill glasses with ice and pour the mocktail. Garnish with extra strawberry slices, mint sprigs, and citrus wheels. Serve immediately for maximum carbonation.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy with just 10 minutes of prep time
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, welcoming to all guests
  • Customizable sweetness level to suit your taste preferences
  • Beautiful presentation that impresses without effort
  • Refreshing and hydrating with natural fruit flavors
  • Perfect for serving a crowd with minimal fuss
02 -
  • Use very cold sparkling water and still water to keep the drink refreshing without diluting it with too much ice
  • Muddle gently—over-muddling mint can make the drink taste bitter
  • Prepare the fruit and syrup mixture up to 2 hours ahead, but add the sparkling water just before serving to preserve the fizz
  • If using store-bought simple syrup, check the ingredient list for potential allergen traces
  • For maximum flavor, let the muddled fruit mixture sit for 5 minutes before adding the water
  • Invest in a good muddler—it makes a real difference in releasing the essential oils from the mint
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