Save to Pinterest A refreshing, herbaceous mocktail featuring sage, citrus, and sparkling water—perfect for festive gatherings without alcohol.
I first made this mocktail for Thanksgiving, and it was an instant hit with guests who wanted a beautiful drink, minus the alcohol.
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Ingredients
- Sage Syrup: 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 6 fresh sage leaves
- Mocktail Assembly: 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons), 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange), 1/2 cup sage syrup (from above cooled), 2 cups chilled sparkling water, ice cubes
- Garnish: 4 fresh sage leaves, lemon or orange slices (optional)
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Instructions
- Make the Sage Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and sage leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain and cool completely.
- Mix the Mocktail:
- In a pitcher, combine lemon juice, orange juice, and cooled sage syrup. Stir well.
- Prepare Glasses:
- Fill four glasses with ice cubes. Divide the juice mixture evenly among the glasses.
- Add Sparkle:
- Top each glass with chilled sparkling water and gently stir.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with a fresh sage leaf and citrus slice if desired. Serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest My kids love helping with the sage syrup and squeezing the citrus. It quickly became a family tradition for our holiday toasts.
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Required Tools
Small saucepan, fine mesh strainer, citrus juicer, pitcher, glasses
Allergen Information
Contains no major allergens. If using alternative sweeteners, check for individual sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 70, Total Fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Protein 0 g
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This sage-fizz mocktail brings fresh, seasonal flavor to any celebration. Enjoy it chilled and garnish generously for a festive touch.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → How is sage syrup prepared?
Simmer water, sugar, and sage leaves until the sugar dissolves, then steep, strain, and allow to cool before using.
- → Can alternative sweeteners be used in the syrup?
Yes, honey or agave work well, but they affect vegan status and flavor profile.
- → What type of citrus substitutes can I use?
Try grapefruit juice for a tang. Lime juice offers a sharper note as well.
- → Is this drink suitable for vegans and those avoiding gluten?
Yes, if using the original syrup. Alternative sweeteners could alter vegan suitability.
- → What is the ideal way to garnish?
Top each glass with a fresh sage leaf and a slice of lemon or orange for a festive touch.
- → How can the sweetness be adjusted?
Add more or less sage syrup to taste, customizing each glass for preferred sweetness.
