Saudi Champagne
A quick, simple, and unique non-alcoholic mocktail with flavors of apple, mint, and lemon that will keep you refreshed all day.
Equipment
- Large pitcher or jug
Ingredients
- 2 apples sliced into rings
- 2 oranges sliced into rings
- 1 bunch mint leaves
- 2 liters sparkling apple juice or plain apple juice
- 600 ml non-alcoholic malt beer 2 cans
- 600 ml lemon soda 2 cans
Instructions
- In a large jug or pitcher, add sliced apples, sliced oranges, and fresh mint leaves.
- Pour in the apple juice until the fruit is fully covered.
- Cover the jug and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the fruit and mint to flavor the juice.
- Just before serving, pour in chilled 0% malt beverage and lemon soda, stir gently, add ice if needed, and serve immediately while cold and fizzy.
Notes
Storage:
This juice is best served fresh once the malt beer and soda have been added. If making in advance, prepare the apple juice and fruits, and top with the remaining ingredients just before serving.
Tips & Tricks:
- Don’t skip the chilling time: Letting the fruit sit in the juice helps develop a deeper, fresher flavor throughout the drink.
- Use lots of mint: The mint is key to the refreshing taste, so be generous.
- Add the fizzy ingredients last: Pour in the malt drink and soda right before serving so the drink stays bubbly.
- Keep everything cold: Chill all liquids beforehand for the best taste and texture without watering them down with too much ice.
- About the infusion: Soaking fruit in juice for a few hours does not create alcohol. Fermentation requires specific conditions, equipment, and a much longer time, so there’s nothing to worry about.