Save to Pinterest Refreshing water-based mocktails combine flavored water enhancers, fresh fruit, and herbs to offer a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional sugary drinks.
When I started looking for alternatives to juice at summer gatherings, these mocktails became a quick favorite. The blend of fresh ingredients always gets positive comments from guests.
Ingredients
- Cold filtered water: 4 cups
- Ice cubes: 1 cup
- Sugar-free strawberry syrup: 1 tbsp (or choose sugar-free lemon-lime syrup, peach-flavored water enhancer, or sugar-free coconut syrup, 1 tbsp each)
- Lemon: ½, sliced
- Lime: ½, sliced
- Fresh strawberries: ½ cup, sliced
- Fresh mint leaves: ¼ cup
- Cucumber: ½ small, sliced
- Lemon wheels: optional, for garnish
- Mint sprigs: optional, for garnish
- Edible flowers: optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill Glasses or Pitcher:
- Place ice cubes in a large pitcher or two tall glasses.
- Add Water:
- Pour in cold filtered water.
- Flavor:
- Add your chosen syrup or water enhancer and stir well to combine.
- Fresh Add-Ins:
- Add sliced fruit, cucumber, and mint to infuse flavor.
- Meld Flavors:
- Stir gently and let sit for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve:
- Pour into glasses, garnish as desired, and serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest We love making these mocktails when the whole family visits on a hot afternoon. Kids enjoy picking their favorite fruit combinations for each glass.
Required Tools
Large pitcher or tall glasses, mixing spoon, sharp knife, and cutting board.
Allergen Information
Typically free from common allergens: milk, eggs, nuts, soy, gluten, fish, shellfish. Read ingredient labels to avoid artificial sweeteners or hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 8, Total Fat: 0 g, Carbohydrates: 2 g, Protein: 0 g per serving.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these mocktails as a thirst-quenching upgrade to plain water. Customize each glass for your favorite flavor experience.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use sparkling water instead of still water?
Yes, substitute sparkling water for added fizz and a lively texture in your drink.
- → What fresh ingredients work best?
Lemon, lime, cucumber, strawberries, and mint infuse delicious natural flavors and aromas.
- → How can I adjust sweetness?
Change the amount of syrup, choose water enhancers, or add stevia drops for your preferred sweetness.
- → Are these drinks suitable for special diets?
They are vegan, gluten-free, and low in calories. Always check syrup and enhancer labels if needed.
- → How long should I let the flavors infuse?
Let the beverage sit for 2–3 minutes after mixing to allow the fruit and herbs to release their flavors.
- → Can I use frozen fruit?
Yes, frozen berries or fruit slices are a great alternative and help keep drinks colder.