Green Tea Lemon Sparkler Mocktail Recipe
This refreshing non-alcoholic drink combines brewed green tea with fresh lemon and sparkling water for a light, bubbly beverage perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Large pitcher or mixing vessel
- Tea kettle or pot for boiling water
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Tall glasses for serving
- Ice cube tray
- Long spoon for stirring.
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 4 green tea bags
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-5 lemons
- 3 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
- 2 cups sparkling water chilled
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water and let it cool for 2 minutes to reach 175°F (80°C).
- Add green tea bags to the hot water and steep for 3 minutes. Remove bags and let tea cool to room temperature.
- Mix honey into the warm tea until it dissolves completely.
- Pour tea mixture into a large pitcher.
- Add fresh lemon juice and stir well.
- Just before serving, add sparkling water and stir gently.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the mixture into glasses and garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices.
Notes
The tea base can be made up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the fridge.
Add sparkling water right before serving to maintain the fizz.
For a sweeter drink, add more honey one teaspoon at a time.
Replace regular ice cubes with green tea ice cubes to prevent dilution.
Fresh lemon juice works best - avoid bottled alternatives.