Water-Based Mocktails with Fruit (Printable)

Sip a healthy blend of flavored water, fresh fruit, and herbs for a vibrant, refreshing beverage alternative.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 4 cups cold filtered water
02 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Flavor Variations

03 - 1 tablespoon sugar-free strawberry syrup
04 - 1 tablespoon sugar-free lemon-lime syrup
05 - 1 tablespoon peach-flavored water enhancer
06 - 1 tablespoon sugar-free coconut syrup

→ Fresh Add-Ins

07 - 1/2 lemon, sliced
08 - 1/2 lime, sliced
09 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
10 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
11 - 1/2 small cucumber, sliced

→ Optional Garnishes

12 - Lemon wheels
13 - Mint sprigs
14 - Edible flowers

# Method:

01 - Fill a large pitcher or two tall glasses with ice cubes.
02 - Pour the cold filtered water over the ice.
03 - Add your preferred syrup or water enhancer, and stir thoroughly until blended.
04 - Add sliced lemon, lime, strawberries, cucumber, and fresh mint leaves to the pitcher.
05 - Stir gently and allow the mixture to sit for 2 to 3 minutes, letting the flavors infuse.
06 - Pour into glasses, garnish with lemon wheels, mint sprigs, or edible flowers as desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to make, ready in just 5 minutes
  • Customizable with your favorite fruits and flavors
02 -
  • Most water enhancers and syrups are sugar-free but may contain artificial sweeteners.
  • These mocktails are typically allergy-friendly but always check labels if sensitive.
03 -
  • Mix two different flavors of syrup or enhancer for creative combinations.
  • Replace some water with sparkling water for a fizzy sensation.
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