Sage, citrus, and sparkling water combine for a vibrant, nonalcoholic drink that's perfect for celebratory occasions.
# Components:
→ Sage Syrup
01 - 1/2 cup water
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 6 fresh sage leaves
→ Mocktail Assembly
04 - 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
05 - 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange)
06 - 1/2 cup sage syrup, cooled
07 - 2 cups chilled sparkling water
08 - Ice cubes
→ Garnish
09 - 4 fresh sage leaves
10 - Lemon or orange slices (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine water, granulated sugar, and sage leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let the syrup steep for 10 minutes. Strain to remove solids and allow syrup to cool completely.
02 - In a pitcher, stir together the lemon juice, orange juice, and cooled sage syrup until evenly blended.
03 - Add ice cubes to four glasses, distributing evenly.
04 - Pour the citrus mixture equally into each glass. Top each with chilled sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
05 - Garnish each glass with a fresh sage leaf and a slice of lemon or orange if desired. Serve immediately.
