Fresh Sparkling Strawberry Rose Mocktail Recipe with Basil and Edible Flowers
A light, refreshing, and easy-to-make mocktail featuring fresh strawberries, basil, rose water, and sparkling water, garnished with edible flowers for a delicate floral note.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 8–10 fresh basil leaves, gently bruised
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1 medium lemon)
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup (optional)
- 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water, chilled
- A handful of edible flowers (pansies, nasturtiums, or violets) for garnish
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Rinse and hull 1 cup (150g) of fresh strawberries, then quarter them.
- Pick 8-10 fresh basil leaves and gently bruise them by pressing between your fingers or using a muddler to release aroma without shredding.
- In a mixing glass or pitcher, add the strawberries and basil leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to press down gently, mixing juices and oils without pulverizing.
- Pour in 1 teaspoon of rose water and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of fresh lemon juice to brighten and balance the flavors.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of simple syrup if you prefer it sweeter; taste first as ripe strawberries may make this unnecessary.
- Stir the mixture gently to combine flavors. Add a handful of ice cubes and let it sit for 2-3 minutes to chill and meld.
- Just before serving, top off with 1 cup (240 ml) of chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to mix without losing fizz.
- Pour the mocktail into glasses filled with fresh ice. Float a few edible flowers on top and add a small basil leaf for garnish.
Notes
Do not over-muddle basil to avoid bitterness. Use ripe strawberries for natural sweetness and reduce or omit simple syrup accordingly. Chill sparkling water beforehand to maintain fizz. Prepare the strawberry-basil base up to 24 hours in advance and add sparkling water and flowers just before serving. Consume within 10-15 minutes for best sparkle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup
- Calories: 6080
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 0.5
Keywords: mocktail, strawberry, rose water, basil, sparkling water, edible flowers, refreshing drink, non-alcoholic, easy recipe