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Mulberry Fizz Mocktail Recipe

Mulberry Fizz Mocktail Recipe

By What’s Baking

Juicy mulberries blend with zesty lime, herbal mint, and bubbly soda in this visually stunning, refreshingly tart-sweet mocktail that delivers a beautiful purple-hued summer escape.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
Serves:
2 mocktails
A tall, elegant highball glass filled with a vibrant purple-to-magenta gradient mocktail, photographed in bright natural daylight against a light marble countertop. Crushed ice peeks through the intensely colored liquid, while fresh mulberries and a mint sprig garnish the rim. Tiny bubbles rise through the drink, catching the light, while a thin lime wheel sits partially submerged. The condensation on the glass emphasizes the drink's refreshing nature, with a small pitcher of additional mulberry syrup and scattered fresh berries artfully arranged beside the glass to showcase the key ingredient.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g fresh mulberries (or frozen, thawed)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">60ml fresh lime juice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">40ml simple syrup</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">8-10 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">300ml soda water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Crushed ice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh mulberries and lime wheel for garnish</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Muddler</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine-mesh strainer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Highball glasses</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Cocktail shaker</li></ul>
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Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Place the mulberries in a cocktail shaker and gently muddle until they release their vibrant juice but still maintain some texture. You want to extract the flavor without pulverizing the seeds, which can add unwanted bitterness.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Add the mint leaves to the muddled mulberries and press gently with the muddler – just enough to release the aromatic oils without tearing the leaves. Mint becomes bitter when over-muddled, so use a light touch here.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Pour in the fresh lime juice and simple syrup, then add a handful of ice to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. This properly chills the mixture while allowing the flavors to fully integrate.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Fill two highball glasses with crushed ice – this type of ice creates a beautiful frosted appearance on the glass and chills the drink more effectively than regular cubes.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Double-strain the mixture into your prepared glasses, dividing equally. The double-straining (through both the cocktail strainer and fine-mesh strainer) ensures no mulberry seeds or mint fragments make it into the final drink, creating a smoother sipping experience.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Top each glass with soda water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation. The soda should create a beautiful gradient effect as it mixes with the mulberry base.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Garnish with a few fresh mulberries, a sprig of mint, and a thin lime wheel. The garnish isn't just decorative – each element enhances the aromatic experience as you sip the mocktail.</li></ol>

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

🍽️ Serving Size: 1 slice
🔥 Calories: 182 calories
🥑 Fat: 5 g
🧈 Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
🍞 Carbohydrates: 29 g
🍭 Sugar: 4 g
🍗 Protein: 6 g
🫀 Cholesterol: 5 mg
🧂 Sodium: 240 mg

Chef’s Notes

A few helpful details for making this recipe.

Can I substitute frozen mulberries if fresh ones aren't available?

Absolutely! Frozen mulberries work brilliantly in this mocktail. Allow them to thaw slightly before muddling to release their vibrant colour and juices more easily. The freeze-thaw process actually helps break down cell walls, potentially creating an even more intensely-coloured drink.

What's the best technique for muddling mint without making the mocktail bitter?

Press mint leaves gently with your muddler to release aromatic oils without tearing the leaves. Avoid twisting or shredding the mint as this releases chlorophyll and bitter compounds. A light touch is key—you want to bruise the leaves, not pulverise them.

Why should I double-strain this berry mocktail?

Double-straining (through both a cocktail strainer and fine-mesh strainer) removes all mulberry seeds and mint fragments, creating a smoother sipping experience. This technique gives your mocktail a more refined, professional finish while preserving the beautiful purple hue.

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