Zesty Sparkling Lemonade Mocktail
With a perfect balance of bubbly and sweetness, this Sparkling Lemonade Mocktail is a must try! Fresh lemons are paired with mint leaves and club soda for one refreshing drink giving Mojito vibes without the alcohol.
I first started making mocktails for my daughter when she was younger. I used to use 7-Up but noticed it was just an overkill on the sugar. Club soda and filtered water gives this sparkling lemonade recipe a nice balance.
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Why this recipe works
- Refreshing and light. Perfect for summer gatherings, baby showers or chillaxing on your patio.
- Alcohol free. Just like my White Sangria Mocktail or my Cranberry Mocktail, you won’t miss the liquor!
- Simple ingredients. Grab your bag of lemons and this delicious drink comes together in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients you’ll need
- Bag of fresh lemons.
- Filtered water.
- Club soda.
- White sugar.
- Ice.
- Mint leaves.
How to make a Sparkling Lemonade Mocktail
Step One: Start with slicing the lemons in half and juicing them. I use a juicer that is attached to a small glass bowl that catches the seeds and pulp.
Step Two: Take the juice and strain it into a pitcher. This way you remove any remaining seeds.
Step Three: Pour in the filtered water and the sugar. Give it a stir with a large spoon.
Step Four: Add the ice cubes.
Step Five: Divide among 4 glasses and top with club soda. Add a generous amount of the mint into the glasses and serve immediately.
Storing Sparkling Lemonade
Store the lemon sugar mixture (without the club soda or the ice) in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Helpful tips for this Sparkling Lemonade recipe
- If you prefer your sparkling lemonade to be more tart, use ¼-½ sugar only. Always taste as you go – that way you aren’t overloading it with sugar.
- Serve cold- the colder the better and make sure the club soda is cold.
- If serving for a party, serve in a small punch bowl, drink dispenser or in a large pitcher. Garnish with lemon slices or mint ice cubes for an impressive drink presentation.
Serving suggestions
This Sparkling Lemonade drink is perfect for just about anything such as:
- Babyshowers.
- Weddings .(Hey why not?!)
- Summer BBQ’s. A Turkey Basil Burger and lemondade mocktail sounds good to me!
- An office party.
- Brunches. Pair it with Fruity Pebble Waffles and Middle Eastern Spatchcock Chicken for an ultimate chicken and waffles experience.
- Picnics. Enjoy with light bites like Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups or 3 Ingredient Hawaiian Meatballs.
- Taco night. (You heard me right.) It’s goes perfectly with Gluten Free Shrimp Tacos.
FAQ
Yes- add 1-2 ounces of either gin or vodka. Vodka will give it a Lemon Drop feel and gin will pair perfectly with the mint and citrus.
Can I make this drink without sugar?
Yes- try it with monk fruit or stevia. Agave, maple syrup or honey works as well.
Any kind works and also plain/unflavored sparkling water like La Croix.
Yes- just add the ice and club soda right before serving so that it doesn’t dilute it and the bubbly will be fresh.
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Zesty Sparkling Lemonade Mocktail
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Equipment
- large pitcher
- lemon juicer
- glasses
Ingredients
- 2 pounds lemons 2 pound bag
- 2 cups filtered water
- 28 oz club soda
- ½-¾ cup white sugar
- 2-3 cups of ice
- 5 oz Mint leaves
Instructions
- Start with slicing the lemons in half and juicing them. I use a juicer that is attached to a small glass bowl that catches the seeds and pulp.
- Take the juice and strain it into a pitcher. This way you remove any remaining seeds.
- Pour in the filtered water and the sugar. Give it a stir with a large spoon.
- Add the ice cubes.
- Divide among 4 glasses and top with club soda. Add a generous amount of the mint into the glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
Store the lemon sugar mixture (without the club soda or the ice) in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 2 days. Helpful tips:
If you prefer your sparkling lemonade to be more tart, use ¼-½ sugar only. Always taste as you go – that way you aren’t overloading it with sugar.
Serve cold- the colder the better and make sure the club soda is cold.
If serving for a party, serve in a small punch bowl, drink dispenser or in a large pitcher. Garnish with lemon slices or mint ice cubes for an impressive drink presentation.
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