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Ingredients
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Fruits
Herbs
Liquids
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Preparing the Blackberries
Wash the fresh blackberries under cold running water and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.
- 2
Mint Preparation
Rinse the fresh mint leaves under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a towel and remove the leaves from the stems.
- 3
Creating the Blackberry Mixture
In a blender, combine 2 cups of blackberries, 1 cup of mint leaves, 1 cup of water, 3 tablespoons of honey, and 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice. Blend until smooth.
Serving
- 4
Straining the Mixture
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the blended mixture into a pitcher to remove the seeds and pulp. Use a spatula to press the mixture to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 5
Assembling the Drink
In a glass, add 1/2 cup of ice cubes, then pour the strained blackberry-mint mixture over the ice. Top with 1/2 cup of sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
- 6
Garnishing
Garnish with a few whole blackberries and a sprig of fresh mint on top before serving.
