Blackberry Early Bird

Blackberries bring a darker fruit note, while sage gives this water an earthy, almost savory scent. It’s an unusual pairing without being complicated. Use ripe berries and only a little sage; too much herb can make the fruit seem dull. Press a couple of berries open and let the glass stand briefly. The result should be subtle, with blackberry sweetness appearing around the herbal edges.

Ingredients

• 6 oz Cold water
• 1/4 cup Blackberries
• 1 leaf Sage

Make it

1. Add the fruit and herbs to a glass. Gently press soft fruit or herbs to release their flavor.
2. Stir in the juice, any optional salt or sweetener, and the water. If using sparkling water, add it last and stir once.
3. Add ice if you like. Let infused water stand for 5 minutes for a fuller flavor.

Benefits

Blackberry and sage · refreshing fluids

A blackberry and sage glass starts with 6 oz of water here, contributing fluid while blackberry adds a dark, tart berry flavor.

Blackberry · a flavor worth noticing

Using blackberry beside sage gives the glass a dark, tart berry flavor, creating its own flavor without needing carbonation or an alcoholic pour.