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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water (1 cup each) over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 2
Prepare the Seasonal Fruit
Wash and chop the seasonal fruits into small pieces. If using strawberries, hull and slice them; for peaches, pit and dice them; for blackberries, simply rinse them.
Mixing the Drink
- 3
Combine Lemon Juice and Simple Syrup
In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup of fresh lemon juice with 1 cup of simple syrup. Stir well to mix.
- 4
Add Seasonal Fruit
Add the prepared seasonal fruit to the pitcher and gently muddle to release the flavors without completely crushing the fruit.
- 5
Add Soda Water
Pour in 2 cups of soda water and stir gently to combine all ingredients without losing the fizz.
Serving
- 6
Prepare the Glasses
Fill tall glasses with ice cubes. Pour the mixed drink over the ice, making sure to include some of the muddled fruit pieces.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and a slice of lemon. Serve immediately and enjoy!
