Sparkling Blackcurrent Raspberry Mocktail

Ingredients

• 2-3 mint leaves
• 2 tbsp blackcurrent syrup
• 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (quarter)
• 4 fresh raspberries
• 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
• Ice
• Lemon slice and mint leaves, for garnish

Directions

1. Put the mint leaves in a glass and muddle. Use a gentle, firm pressing motion to bruise the herbs. Do not grind, as it will tear the leaves and overpower the drink.
2. Combine the blackcurrent syrup, lemon juice and raspberries in the glass. Lightly mash them together with the muddler so the berries break and release their juices.
3. Top with ice and lemon slices, then pour over sparkling water until it reaches the edge of the glass. Add mint leaves and a straw, if desired, and serve.