Energizing Ruby Recharge Elixir
A refreshing, tangy, and slightly sweet drink packed with vibrant ingredients to support energy and overall wellness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) pomegranate juice
- 1 cup (150 g) frozen mixed berries (raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries)
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon (10 g) chia seeds
- 1 cup (240 ml) chilled sparkling water
Instructions
- Measure out all the ingredients. If using fresh berries, rinse and pat them dry.
- In a blender, combine pomegranate juice, frozen mixed berries, fresh lemon juice, grated ginger, and honey. Blend on high until smooth.
- Optional: Pour the blended liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove pulp and seeds if desired.
- Stir in chia seeds and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the seeds to hydrate.
- Add chilled sparkling water to the mixture and gently stir. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
- Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with fresh berries or a lemon wedge.
Notes
[‘Use ripe berries for the best natural sweetness.’, ‘Taste as you go and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.’, ‘Chill the pomegranate juice and sparkling water beforehand for a refreshingly cold drink.’, ‘Let the chia seeds sit in the mixture for a few minutes to soften fully.’, ‘Prep the base ahead of time and add sparkling water just before serving for the best fizz.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 1
Keywords: Energizing drink, Ruby elixir, Healthy beverage, Mocktail, Hydration, Antioxidants, Vegan drink, Gluten-free drink