Pin Refreshing, hydrating mocktails that blend flavored water enhancers, fresh fruit, and herbs for a deliciously healthy alternative to sugary drinks.
I started making water-based mocktails during long summer afternoons to keep everyone cool and happy without all the sugar. Even kids get excited to help pick fresh add-ins!
Ingredients
- Cold filtered water: 4 cups
- Ice cubes: 1 cup
- Sugar-free strawberry syrup: 1 tbsp OR
- Sugar-free lemon-lime syrup: 1 tbsp OR
- Peach-flavored water enhancer: 1 tbsp OR
- Sugar-free coconut syrup: 1 tbsp
- Lemon: ½, sliced
- Lime: ½, sliced
- Fresh strawberries: ½ cup, sliced
- Fresh mint leaves: ¼ cup
- Small cucumber: ½, sliced
- Lemon wheels: optional garnish
- Mint sprigs: optional garnish
- Edible flowers: optional garnish
Instructions
- Fill pitcher or glasses:
- Place ice cubes in a large pitcher or two tall glasses.
- Add water:
- Pour in the cold filtered water.
- Mix syrup:
- Stir in your chosen syrup or water enhancer until well combined.
- Infuse with fresh add-ins:
- Add fruit, cucumber, and mint leaves to infuse flavor.
- Let flavors meld:
- Stir gently and let sit for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish and serve:
- Pour into glasses, garnish as desired, and serve immediately.
Pin My family now requests these mocktails every time we spend a day outside. They love mixing and matching their favorite fruits and herbs.
Required Tools
Large pitcher or tall glasses, mixing spoon, sharp knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Typically free from common allergens (milk, eggs, nuts, soy, gluten, fish, shellfish). Always read labels if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Each serving has about 8 calories, 0 g fat, 2 g carbohydrates, and 0 g protein.
Pin Enjoy experimenting and hydrating with these delicious mocktails that everyone can customize. Cheers to healthy sipping!
Recipe Q&A
- → What types of flavored water enhancers work best?
Choose sugar-free syrups or concentrated fruit drops; strawberry, lemon-lime, peach, or coconut all work well. Adjust to your preference.
- → Can I use sparkling water instead of still water?
Yes, replace some or all filtered water with chilled sparkling water for a bubbly, effervescent twist.
- → What fresh fruits and herbs add the best flavor?
Lemon, lime, strawberries, cucumber, and fresh mint leaves add brightness and depth. Mix and match to taste!
- → How can I make the drink sweeter without sugar?
Use stevia drops or increase the amount of sugar-free syrup, adjusting sweetness gradually to avoid overpowering flavors.
- → Are these drinks suitable for special diets?
They are vegan, gluten-free, and low in calories. Always check syrups and enhancers for potential allergens or additives.