Raspberry Ginger Rosemary Mocktail: A Standalone Sensation
Here's my Raspberry Ginger Rosemary Mocktail: a non-alcoholic masterpiece with homemade syrup and expert mixology tips. Ideal for those seeking sophisticated, inclusive drink options without alcohol.
2oz60 ml Non-alcoholic (NA) Rum - Substitute with water if preferred
1oz30 ml Maple or Agave syrup
4ozor 60 ml Sparkling water or Club soda
For the Ginger Rosemary Syrup:
1inch2.5 cm piece Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
A sprig of rosemary
1/2cup120 ml Sugar
1/2cup120 ml Water
Instructions
Crafting the Ginger Rosemary Syrup:
Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add sliced ginger and rosemary sprig.
Bring to a simmer, then lower the heat and let it infuse for 15 minutes.
Strain and cool the syrup.
Assembling the Mocktail:
Rim your glass with sugar for an added texture and sweetness.
In the shaker, muddle a few raspberries.
Add lemon juice, 2 oz (60 ml) ginger rosemary syrup, and NA Rum (or water).
Shake well and strain into the rimmed glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water or club soda.
Garnish with fresh raspberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Notes
The recipe provided for the Raspberry Ginger Rosemary Mocktail is designed to make one serving. It specifies 2 ounces of lemon juice and 2 ounces of non-alcoholic rum (or water), which are typical amounts for two small cocktails or 1 large cocktail.You can easily scale up the recipe by multiplying the ingredients by the number of desired servings. For instance, to make 8 small drinks or 4 large drinks, simply use 8 ounces of lemon juice and 8 ounces of non-alcoholic rum (or water), and adjust the other ingredients accordingly. The ginger rosemary syrup quantity might also need to be increased based on the number of servings.