Description
Raspberry lime fizz brings summer’s coolest sip to life with fresh berries and sparkling zest. Crisp citrus and fruity notes dance together, promising a refreshing escape that will transport you to a sun-drenched patio.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Produce:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh raspberries
- 1 lime, juiced
- Fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Sweeteners:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
Beverages and Ice:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sparkling water or club soda
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) chilled lemon-lime soda (optional for extra sweetness)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Crush ripe raspberries in a cocktail shaker, releasing their vibrant crimson juices and blending them thoroughly with tangy lime juice and sweet honey.
- Create a frosty foundation by filling a tall glass with crystalline ice cubes, ensuring a chilled backdrop for the beverage.
- Cascade the ruby-hued raspberry mixture over the ice, allowing the liquid to settle and intermingle with the frozen landscape.
- Elevate the drink’s effervescence by streaming sparkling water or club soda atop the raspberry base, creating a dancing layer of bubbles.
- Optional enhancement involves introducing a subtle splash of lemon-lime soda to amplify the drink’s sweetness and complexity.
- Gently agitate the mixture with a long spoon, encouraging the flavors to waltz and meld into a harmonious symphony.
- Punctuate the drink’s presentation with a delicate sprig of fresh mint, offering both visual allure and an aromatic whisper of herbaceous freshness.
- Serve immediately, presenting a refreshing elixir that promises to tantalize the palate with its perfect balance of tart, sweet, and effervescent notes.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting honey or simple syrup amount for personal taste preferences.
- Swap raspberries with other berries like strawberries or blackberries for flavor variations.
- Use fresh raspberries when possible for maximum flavor and natural sweetness.
- Create a mocktail version by replacing sparkling water with non-alcoholic alternatives or juice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg