Bell Pepper and Grapefruit Mocktail

http://thelatinkitchen.com/r/recipe/bell-pepper-and-grapefruit-mocktail

Recipe submitted by Raphael Reyes |

Prep Time 10 Mins

Cook Time 0 Mins

Total Time 10 Mins

Servings -

Bell Pepper and Grapefruit Mocktail is anything but an ordinary drink. A homemade citrusy syrup and fresh citrus juice complement savory red bell pepper and herbal sage. The result is so fresh and complex you won't even realize it's alcohol-free.

INGREDIENTS

For the Oleo Saccharum
24
ounces
sugar
10
long strips lemon zest
10
long strips lime zest
For the Mocktail
1
ounce
fresh red bell pepper juice
1
ounce
fresh grapefruit juice
3/4
ounce
fresh lemon juice
1/2
ounce
oleo saccharum
4
fresh sage leaves
*
Fever Three Bitter Lemon Soda, to taste
DIRECTIONS
To make the oleo saccharum, Place the sugar and zest in a plastic quart container and seal. Let it rest for a couple of days until you see most of the sugar has been dissolved. Strain peels and extra sugar and reserve the syrup for the mocktail.
To make the drink, place all ingredients in shaker, hard shake, double strain and pour over fresh ice.