Rosemary Lemonade Mocktail
This rosemary lemonade mocktail is a bright, refreshing drink with herbal rosemary syrup and fresh lemon juice—perfect for summer, picnics, or anytime you want a unique non-alcoholic lemonade twist.
Equipment
- Pitcher
- Juicer
- Small saucepan
- Spoon or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Strainer
- Cocktail shaker
- Serving glasses
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4–6 lemons
- 0.5 cup sugar or honey, maple syrup, or other sweetener
- 1 cup water for rosemary syrup
- 2 cups cold water or sparkling, club soda, or tonic water
- 3-4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- ice cubes to serve
- lemon slices for garnish
- extra rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Combine sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan and heat until sugar dissolves. Add rosemary sprigs and steep for 15–20 minutes.
- Strain the rosemary syrup into a pitcher and discard rosemary.
- Add fresh lemon juice and 2 cups cold water (or sparkling/club soda) to the pitcher and stir well.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness with more sweetener or lemon juice if desired.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the mocktail over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a rosemary sprig.
Notes
Make rosemary syrup ahead for easy prep. Swap in monk fruit, stevia, or other sweeteners for a lighter version. Try adding basil, thyme, or lavender for a twist. Fresh lemon juice is best. Double or triple for a crowd.