Are you looking for a delicious and refreshing drink to enjoy on a hot summer day? Do you love the taste of fresh strawberries and fruit tea? If you answered yes to both questions, then you will love this strawberry fruit tea mocktail recipe!
Strawberry Fruit Tea Mocktail
This refreshing mocktail is the perfect non-alcoholic alternative to cocktails, and can easily be made at home! If you run a café or bar, this could even be a great eye-catching addition to the menu. We use a high quality strawberry fruit tea by Bird & Blend as the base, which gives it a unique and delightful flavor profile (or you can use any strawberry fruit tea you like). Plus, it is loaded with health benefits from the strawberries and fruit tea, such as antioxidants and vitamin C.
As someone who’s quit drinking alcohol, I’m always looking for fruity and delicious alternatives to cocktails. This strawberry fruit tea mocktail is one of my top picks, since it satisfies the sweet craving, and keeps you refreshed on those hot summer days. And not only is it super easy to make, it’s fun to drink, and sure to impress your guests! Just follow these simple steps below and get ready to sip on some strawberry bliss!
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Ingredients
- A strawberry fruit tea of choice – We use the Strawberry Lemonade Fruit Tea from Bird & Blend (2 sachets or 2 tablespoons loose tea)
- Fresh Strawberries (1 cup, hulled and sliced)
- Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons)
- Honey, Agave Syrup, or Grenadine Syrup (2-3 tablespoons, adjust to taste). Or make your own flavoured syrups.
- Sparkling Water or fizzy lemonade/sprite (1 cup, chilled)
- Ice Cubes or Crushed Ice
- Mint Leaves (for garnish)
How to Make a Strawberry Fruit Tea Mocktail
Step 1: Brew the Strawberry Fruit Tea
Firstly, boil 2 cups of water and steep the strawberry fruit tea for 5-7 minutes. This will allow the tea to release its full flavor and aroma. Then, allow the tea to cool to room temperature and refrigerate until chilled. You can also make the tea ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Puree
Secondly, combine fresh strawberries and lemon juice in a blender. Try blend until you achieve a smooth puree. The lemon juice will help to enhance the flavor and prevent the strawberries from browning. If you don’t have a blender, you can also use a food processor or a potato masher to mash the strawberries.
Step 3: Mix the Mocktail
Thirdly, in a pitcher, combine the chilled strawberry fruit tea, strawberry puree, and honey/agave syrup. Stir well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed. You can also taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness level to your liking.
Step 4: Serve Over Ice
Next, you can now fill glasses with ice cubes. Then, pour the strawberry tea mixture over the ice, leaving some space at the top. You can also use a cocktail shaker to shake the mixture with ice before pouring it into the glasses.
Step 5: Add Sparkling Water
This step is optional, but is a great simple addition to the strawberry fruit tea mocktail. Simply, top each glass with chilled sparkling water or lemonade/sprite for a fizzy kick. Then, gently stir to combine. Doing this, the sparkling water will add some carbonation and freshness to the mocktail.
Step 6: Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves for a burst of aroma. You can also add some strawberry slices on the rim or a lemon twist for some visual appeal. Serve immediately and enjoy your strawberry fruit tea mocktail!
Tips & Tricks
Now you know how to make your very own Strawberry Fruit Tea Mocktail, here is a few simple tips and tricks to help improve it further:
- Experiment with the sweetness level to cater to your taste preferences. You can use more or less honey/agave syrup, or even substitute it with sugar, stevia, or other sweeteners.
- Consider rimming the glasses with sugar or a blend of sugar and dried strawberry powder for an extra touch. This will add some crunch and sweetness to the mocktail.
- Play with garnishes like strawberry slices on the rim or a lemon twist for visual appeal. You can also use other fresh herbs like basil or rosemary for a different aroma.
- Get creative by adding other complementary fruits like blueberries or raspberries. This will create more color and flavor variations for the mocktail.
Health Benefits of Strawberry Fruit Tea Mocktail
Not only is this strawberry fruit tea mocktail delicious and refreshing, but it is also healthy for you. Here are some of the health benefits you can get from drinking this mocktail:
Benefits:
- Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, which can boost your immune system and protect you from infections. They also contain antioxidants that can fight free radicals and prevent oxidative stress. Strawberries can also help lower blood pressure, regulate blood sugar, improve heart health, and improve skin health.
- Fruit tea is a great source of hydration, especially when chilled. It can help you stay cool and refreshed on a hot day. It also contains polyphenols, which are plant compounds that have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Fruit tea can also improve digestion, lower cholesterol, and enhance mood. Find out more about the benefits of fruit tea.
- Lemon juice can provide vitamin C and citric acid, which can aid in digestion and detoxification. Not just this, it can also brighten your skin and freshen your breath. And an uncommon fact is that lemon juice can help balance the pH levels in your body and prevent kidney stones!
- Honey or agave syrup can provide natural sweetness and energy, without adding refined sugar or artificial sweeteners. Not only this, Honey and agave syrup also have antibacterial and antifungal properties, which can help heal wounds and infections. Because of this, it can even help soothe sore throats and coughs.
- Sparkling water can add some fizz and fun to your drink, without adding calories or sugar. Sparkling water can also help you feel full and prevent overeating. Sparkling water can also stimulate your taste buds and make your drink more flavorful.
- Make a cold foam to put on top, using a frother or blender. Check out this guide on making cold foam for more information.
Conclusion
This strawberry fruit tea mocktail is a refreshing and delicious drink that you can enjoy anytime. It is a great way to use premium strawberry fruit tea and fresh strawberries, and it is also a healthy and non-alcoholic alternative to cocktails. Try this recipe today and share your experience with us. Don’t forget to customize it to suit your taste buds, making it a personalized favorite. Cheers!
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