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Blackberry Sage Lemonade Spritzer

Refreshing Blackberry Sage Lemonade Spritzer for Summer Bliss

Enjoy a delightful blend of fruity sweetness and herbal notes with this Blackberry Sage Lemonade Spritzer, perfect for warm days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Spritzer
  • 1 cup Blackberries Fresh or frozen
  • 4-6 leaves Fresh Sage Dried can be used in smaller amounts
  • 1/2 cup Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for the best flavor
  • 4 cups Sparkling Water Chilled tonic water can be used as an alternative
  • to taste Optional Sweetener (Honey or Agave Syrup) Use sparingly since blackberries are sweet
For Garnishing
  • Fresh Sage Leaves For garnish
  • Additional Blackberries For garnish

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing 1 cup of fresh blackberries and 4-6 fresh sage leaves in a blender. Blend on high for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  2. Pour the blackberry-sage mixture through a fine-mesh sieve placed over a bowl. Press the pulp gently to extract juice, discarding seeds and pulp.
  3. In a large pitcher, mix the strained blackberry puree with 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir gently for about 10 seconds.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chilled sparkling water, stirring slowly for about 15 seconds until mixed.
  5. Taste your drink, adding honey or agave syrup gradually if you prefer a sweeter flavor.
  6. Fill tall glasses with ice cubes and pour the spritzer over the ice, garnishing with a fresh sage leaf and an additional blackberry.
  7. Gather friends and family to share this vibrant drink, celebrating your success!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose fresh blackberries and sage for the best flavor. Use chilled sparkling water for a refreshing fizz.

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