Thirst Quencher Recipes

BLUEBERRY THIRST QUENCHER

Steps:

• In a large pitcher, combine the juice, soda and vodka. Serve over ice; garnish with blueberries and, if desired, mango.

THIRST QUENCHING LEMONADE

Steps:

• In a saucepan, combine 3/4 cup water and 2/3 cup sugar. Bring to a boil and stir until sugar is dissolved. Set aside to cool. This step can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
• In a pitcher, combine syrup, lemon juice and ice water; stir. Adjust to taste. Pour into a tall glass with ice.

STRAWBERRY MOCKTAIL RECIPE

Steps:

• Place strawberries, lime juice, mint leaves and honey in a short drink glass and muddle (basically mash everything to break down get the strawberries and mint to release their juices and flavours) with a wooden spoon. Note: The more you muddle, the more you'll extract the juices and flavours from the berries and mint. It's okay if there are some visible pieces of strawberry left. Muddle until you've reached the consistency you like best.
• Add ice cubes to the glass, filling about halfway, then top up with sparkling water. Stir to combine everything. Garnish with a strawberry, a lime slice and/or more fresh mint, if desired. Serve and enjoy!Note: If you like things sweeter, you can add more honey or maple syrup to taste.

JABOTICABA THIRST QUENCHER

Steps:

• Put the jaboticas into a saucepan and pour over enough water to almost cover.
• Bring the water to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Remove from heat, cover and leave to macerate overnight.
• Next day, mash the fruit and bring the mixture to the boil.
• Pour into a jelly bag and leave to drain for a few hours until it has stopped dripping.
• Alternatively pour it through a muslin-lined sieve placed over a bowl.
• Keep the juice refrigerated.
• Add honey to sweeten.
• Serve chilled.