A mocktail offers a refreshing and low-sugar alternative to the usual sugary non-alcoholic drinks on offer. By choosing either mint or basil, this Basil/Mint, Lime & Granadilla Punch mocktail can easily be changed depending on your taste.
The cordial used in this recipe is made with rooibos and can be used in a variety of ways, from diluted with sparkling water or as a mixer in mocktails or cocktails.
Two In A Bush is a South African brand that specializes in crafting premium rooibos cordials. Made from organic rooibos tea, pure spring water, and natural fruit juice concentrate, Two In A Bush cordials are endorsed by Diabetes SA and the GI Foundation as a low GI drink.
Basil/Mint, Lime & Granadilla Punch (Mocktail)
Recipe: Two in a Bush
Serves 1
Ingredients
1 sprig fresh basil or mint
1 lime, cut into 4 wedges
1 granadilla, scooped out
1 knob of fresh ginger, juice squeezed out
ice
60 ml Two in a Bush Rooibos Cordial
Sparkling water
Extra basil to garnish
Method
Place the lime and basil or mint into a large shaker. Use a muddler to press a few times. Add the granadilla pulp, ginger juice, ice, cordial and shake.
Strain into a glass and top with sparkling water, and garnish with fresh basil/mint and the halved granadilla.