Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the ones you love. The "nein" is a punny nod to "no" in German—as in no alcohol. It's fizzy, refreshing and versatile. Great for those who don't drink. And if you're hosting a cocktail party, you can always have spirits on hand for those who wish to imbibe.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Heart-shaped ice cube molds
- edible rose petals (optional)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Heart-shaped Ice Cubes (Optional): If you want to add a touch of romance to your mocktail, fill heart-shaped ice cube molds with water or cranberry juice and freeze them until solid.
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Muddle the Berries: In a cocktail shaker or a sturdy glass, muddle together the fresh raspberries, sliced strawberries, honey, and lemon juice until the berries are well mashed and the honey is dissolved.
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Strain the Mixture: If you prefer a smoother mocktail, strain the muddled berry mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds. Otherwise, you can skip this step for a more rustic texture.
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Assemble the Mocktail: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes (heart-shaped ones if using) and divide the strained berry mixture equally among the glasses.
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Add Cranberry Juice: Pour cranberry juice over the muddled berries, filling each glass about halfway.
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Top with Sparkling Water: Finish off the mocktails by topping them with sparkling water or club soda, adding a refreshing fizz.
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Garnish and Serve: Give each mocktail a gentle stir, garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and aroma, and serve immediately.
From cocktail shakers to glassware and heart-shaped molds, we have all the things you need for a Valentine's Day to remember!