Rosemary & Mint Lemonade Mocktail
5 Mint Leaves
1/2 Rosemary Sprig
1/2 inch thick Lemon Slice
1 tsp Lemon Zest Sugar with Cardamom
1 oz Lemon Juice
1 oz Orange Shrub with Cardamom & Thyme
Club Soda
Instructions
Lemon Zest Sugar: Crush 20 cardamom seeds in a mortar. Add the crushed seeds to a spice grinder along with 1 Tbsp sugar. Pulse until the cardamom seeds are equally dispersed. Add the mixture to a food processor along with the 1 cup of sugar, and pulse. Add 1 Tbsp of lemon zest (and optionally 1 tsp Yuzu Essence). Pulse until incorporated and lay out on a baking sheet to dry out the sugar. Store in an airtight container.
Orange Shrub: Crush 25 cardamom pods, pry them open and drop the seeds in a spice grinder along with the cardamom husks. pulse until the seeds are a coarse powder and set aside. Add 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add 1 cup of orange chunks, cardamom, and 1 bundle of thyme and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the syrup has become the color of the fruit and the fruit has lost its vibrancy. Add 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and bring the mixture back to a simmer (5-8 minutes). Strain using a fine-meshed sieve covered with 1 layer of cheesecloth. Pour into a jar and store in the refrigerator.
Rosemary & Mint Lemonade Mocktail - Summary
The Rosemary & Mint Lemonade Mocktail is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage that combines the invigorating flavors of fresh mint and rosemary with the tangy zest of lemon. This mocktail is a delightful fusion of garden-fresh herbs and citrus, sweetened with sugar and topped with effervescent club soda. The combination of mint and rosemary creates an aromatic experience, while the lemon and lemon juice provide a bright and tangy base. The addition of club soda adds a sparkling finish, making it a perfect refreshment for hot summer days or as a sophisticated alternative to alcoholic cocktails at gatherings.
The history of the Rosemary & Mint Lemonade Mocktail is less about tradition and more about contemporary innovation in the mocktail movement. As interest in non-alcoholic beverages has grown, mixologists have increasingly experimented with herbs and other natural ingredients to craft unique and flavorful drinks. This mocktail reflects the modern trend towards healthier and more inclusive options, allowing everyone to enjoy a flavorful, complex beverage without alcohol. The use of rosemary and mint is a nod to the culinary world’s appreciation of fresh, aromatic herbs, which have long been used to enhance both food and drink.
This drink style is classified as a Cocktail and is Non-Alcoholic, so have as many as you want. The recommended glass type for this drink is a Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass. We say, feel free to serve it in whatever you have available; it will still taste the same :)
You may also use different variations of the same ingredient. For example, you could change up fruit types or sugar substitutes. Other substitutions would include different brands of liquor. For example, if your drink calls for a specific type of whiskey, you could try using bourbon instead of Irish.
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Rosemary & Mint Lemonade Mocktail consists of 6 different ingredients, although you may not need all of them to make it work. Keep in mind, there are many different flavored spirts and brands, so never feel obligated to use any one in particular. If you don't have all of the below ingredients, you can always get crafty and try your own variations. You might even create your own version that tastes even better. Feel free to share your creations with the Cocktail Friend community!
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