How to Make a Strawberry Sipper Mocktail

This Strawberry Sipper Mocktail is the ultimate non-alcoholic refreshment — light, fruity, and fizzy with a hint of citrus. It’s perfect for brunches, summer parties, or anytime you want something fun and beautiful to drink without the booze.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Naturally sweet and refreshing
• Family-friendly and kid-approved
• Made with simple, fresh ingredients
• Easy to customize with herbs or fruit swaps
• Comes together in just 10 minutes

Recipe Details

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness of berries)
• Juice of 1/2 lime
• 1/2 cup cold water
• Sparkling water or club soda, to top
• Ice, for serving
• Fresh mint or basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
• Extra strawberry or lime slices (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Blend the base
   In a blender, combine sliced strawberries, lime juice, honey or maple syrup (if using), and cold water. Blend until smooth.
2. Strain (optional)
   For a smoother mocktail, strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a jar or pitcher. Discard any pulp or seeds.
3. Assemble the mocktail
   Fill two glasses with ice. Divide the strawberry mixture between the glasses.
4. Top with bubbles
   Pour sparkling water or club soda over the strawberry base until the glass is full. Stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish and serve
   Add fresh mint or basil leaves and garnish with extra strawberry slices or lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips for Success

• Adjust sweetness to taste. If your strawberries are very ripe, you may not need sweetener at all.
• Try it with lemon instead of lime for a different citrus twist.
• Make it ahead by blending the base and storing in the fridge up to 1 day. Add sparkling water just before serving.

Flavor Variations

• Add cucumber slices or a splash of cucumber juice for a spa-water vibe
• Use coconut water instead of regular water for a tropical version
• Add a pinch of salt for a hydrating, electrolyte-friendly twist

How to Make a Strawberry Sipper Mocktail

Recipe by The Slow Table TeamCourse: DrinksDifficulty: Easy

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

60

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

• 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on sweetness of berries)

• Juice of 1/2 lime

• 1/2 cup cold water

• Sparkling water or club soda, to top

• Ice, for serving

• Fresh mint or basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

• Extra strawberry or lime slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

• Blend the base: In a blender, combine sliced strawberries, lime juice, honey or maple syrup (if using), and cold water. Blend until smooth.
• Strain (optional): For a smoother mocktail, strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a jar or pitcher. Discard any pulp or seeds.
• Assemble the mocktail: Fill two glasses with ice. Divide the strawberry mixture between the glasses.
• Top with bubbles: Pour sparkling water or club soda over the strawberry base until the glass is full. Stir gently to combine.
• Garnish and serve: Add fresh mint or basil leaves and garnish with extra strawberry slices or lime wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make a big batch for a party?
Yes, simply scale up the base ingredients and mix right before serving. Wait to add sparkling water so it stays fizzy.

Can I use frozen strawberries?
Absolutely. Thaw them first or use them in place of ice for an extra cold sipper.

How do I make this look fancy for guests?
Serve in tall glasses with crushed ice, garnish with mint sprigs, and add a sugar rim if desired.