Sparkling Berry Ginger Punch

Name: Sparkling Berry Ginger Punch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 cup mixed berries; 1/2 cup, peeled and finely grated fresh ginger; 1/4 cup honey; 4 cups sparkling water; 1 cup apple juice; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup sliced almonds

A bubbly, berry-infused punch with zesty ginger and mint, ideal for outdoor celebrations.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 10.

Ingredients

1 cup mixed berries
1/2 cup, peeled and finely grated fresh ginger
1/4 cup honey
4 cups sparkling water
1 cup apple juice
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup mixed berries, 1/2 cup fresh ginger, and 1/4 cup honey; simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes until berries break down and mixture thickens slightly.
Step 2: Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing solids to extract all liquid; discard solids.
Step 3: Add 4 cups sparkling water, 1 cup apple juice, and 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice to the pitcher; stir until combined.
Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 5: Before serving, stir in 1/4 cup sliced almonds and garnish each glass with mint leaves.