It’s about to be summer. And it already feels like it. Sacramento summer. Meaning I need no end of cooling refreshing beverages to detract from the summer heat, and I’m getting a head start on preparing those!
Fortunately, I love making such delicious drinks! I especially love this one because, aside from the wonderful flavor combo I love of fruit + herb, it seamlessly transitions from refreshing mid-day lemonade to a spiked treat for those hot afternoon happy hours.
serves 6
1 package fresh sage
1/4 C sugar
1/2 C water
1 4 oz package blackberries
1 1/2 C freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 C sparkling water
3/4 C limoncello (optional – or leave out and add as you want to)
Sage simple syrup? YES.
Place most of the sage leaves (save a few for garnish) torn up into a small saucepan. Add sugar and water and bring to a boil until the sugar dissolves. Allow to cool.
Meanwhile, squeeze lemon juice into a pitcher, muddle the blackberries in it, and add sparkling water, limoncello and reserved sage leaves. Add the sage sugar syrup when it’s cool, stir to combine, and enjoy!
Nutrition facts per serving (with limoncello): Calories: 138; Calories from Fat: 5; Total Fat: 0.6g; Sodium: 4mg; Total Carbohydrates: 24.9g; Dietary Fiber: 2.6g; Sugars: 18.2g; Protein: 0.9g
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