Elderflower Blackcurrant Cooler Mocktail Recipe
This Elderflower Blackcurrant Cooler Mocktail is a beautifully refreshing summer drink, perfect for any age group. With floral elderflower cordial, tangy blackcurrant syrup, zesty citrus, and a splash of fizz, it’s a vibrant and non-alcoholic drink that’s both elegant and easy to make.
Equipment
- Tall glass or highball glass
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Bar spoon or long spoon
- Muddler (optional)
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Small sieve (optional)
- Knife and chopping board
Ingredients
- 40 ml elderflower cordial or syrup
- 30 ml blackcurrant syrup or juice
- 20 ml fresh lemon juice or lime juice
- Ice cubes enough to fill the glass
- 100 ml sparkling water or club soda
- 4 –6 fresh mint leaves
- 2 –3 thin cucumber slices optional
- Blackcurrants or elderflowers for garnish optional
- 1 lemon or lime wedge for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Add 40 ml elderflower cordial or syrup.
- Pour in 30 ml blackcurrant syrup or juice.
- Add 20 ml fresh lemon juice or lime juice.
- Tear up 4–6 mint leaves and add to the glass. Muddle them if a stronger mint flavor is desired.
- Drop in 2–3 cucumber slices if using.
- Stir gently with a long spoon to combine the ingredients.
- Top up with 100 ml sparkling water or club soda.
- Garnish with a lemon or lime wedge, and optionally blackcurrants or elderflowers.
- Serve immediately while cold and fizzy.