Fresh Forest Juniper Lemon Spritz
Inspired by wild botanicals, this sparkling lemon spritz features foraged juniper berries and fresh lemon—herbaceous, crisp, and perfect for cocktail hour at basecamp or van gatherings.
Equipment
- mason jar or bottle
- muddler or spoon
- strainer
- glasses
Ingredients
- 1 lemon juice and zest
- 1 tablespoon juniper berries lightly crushed
- 1 tablespoon honey or simple syrup
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup sparkling water
- to garnish fresh herbs thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- In a mason jar, muddle juniper berries with lemon juice, zest, and honey.
- Add cold water, stir, then strain into glasses filled with ice.
- Top with sparkling water and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately for best fizz.
Notes
Lightly crush juniper berries for flavor without bitterness. Foraged berries should be correctly identified. Pre-chill sparkling water in a cooler if available.