This non-alcoholic Rosemary Clementine Sparkler Mocktail is a sophisticated mocktail perfect for the holidays. Rosemary-juniper syrup, fresh squeezed clementine juice and sparkling water make a fresh and not too sweet winter mocktail. Just because you aren't drinking doesn't mean you can't have a fun drink!
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Cook Time2 minutesmins
Total Time22 minutesmins
Course: Beverages, Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Autumn Recipes, Dairy Free, Date Night, Easy Recipes, Game Day, Gluten Free, Holiday Recipes, Valentines Day Recipe, Vegan Recipes, Vegetarian recipes, Winter Recipes
1/2ouncesRosemary Juniper Syrupadd a little less or more depending on your desired sweetness
orange flavored sparkling waterunsweetened, I used La Croix
a fewdashesorange bitters
extra rosemary sprigs and slices of clementinefor garnish
Instructions
To Make The Rosemary Juniper Syrup:
Add the sugar, water, rosemary sprigs and juniper berries to a saucepan. Bring to a simmer, whisking until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat to low and allow to steep for 20 minutes. Strain and store in a bottle in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
To Make One Clementine Rosemary Sparkler:
In a glass or cocktail shaker, add the clementine juice and juniper syrup. Stir or shake until combined.
Pour into a serving glass (can serve on the rocks or not). Top with sparkling water and add a few dashes orange bitters. Gently stir to mix. Garnish with slices of clementine and rosemary sprigs.