Description
This refreshing Lemon Thyme Mocktail combines bright citrus with aromatic thyme for a sophisticated yet simple non-alcoholic drink. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and balanced by coconut water, it’s a perfect choice for warm weather, brunches, or anytime you want a rejuvenating sip with a little flair.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lemon (for juice, zest, and wedges)
- 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
- 60 mL coconut water
- Soda water, to top
- 1 sprig thyme (+ extra for garnish)
For Garnish
- Lemon juice (from half of the lemon)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Garnish: Zest a lemon into a shallow dish. Slice the lemon in half and squeeze some juice from one half into a small bowl. Brush a little lemon juice onto the side of a glass tumbler using a pastry brush, then roll the glass in lemon zest so it coats the side. Set aside.
- Muddle the Lemon and Thyme: Slice the remaining half of the lemon into two wedges. Add the wedges and a sprig of thyme to a cocktail shaker. Use a muddling stick to press and muddle the flavors together thoroughly.
- Shake the Mocktail: Add the coconut water and maple syrup to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake well until the mixture is well combined and fragrant.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill the prepared glass halfway with ice. Add a fresh lemon slice and a sprig of thyme for added aroma.
- Strain and Top: Strain the lemon-thyme mixture into the prepared glass through a fine mesh strainer to catch seeds and solids. Top off the drink with soda water to your liking.
- Serve: Serve immediately for best flavor and fizz, and enjoy right away.
Notes
- Tumbler Instructions: If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, muddle the lemon wedges and thyme in a tumbler, strain into the garnished glass, then add coconut water and maple syrup. Stir, top with ice, lemon, thyme and soda water.
- Adjust Sweetness: The drink is very lemony and just slightly sweet—add an extra teaspoon of maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter mocktail.
- Make It Ahead: Prepare the lemon-thyme-coconut mixture in advance and keep chilled (without soda water and ice), then assemble and top with soda water when ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 250 mL)
- Calories: 62 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 67 mg
- Fat: 0.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
