Pineapple Sage Sit-Down

Pineapple and sage give this a tropical flavor with an earthy, savory twist. Lime brings another tart edge, and sparkling water makes the juice feel lighter. A small sage leaf is enough to begin with, especially if the drink will sit for a while. Mix the juices first and let the herb join briefly. It’s a useful change from mint when you want pineapple to feel a little less like a straightforward fruit soda.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 2 oz Pineapple juice
• 1 leaf Sage
• 1/2 oz Lime juice

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Lime · a little vitamin C

Lime brings some vitamin C to the mix—a nutrient involved in collagen formation for healthy skin, alongside a familiar orchard flavor from apple juice. In this version, 2 oz apple juice and 1 leaf sage completes the pairing.

Apple juice with a little lift

The apple juice brings a familiar orchard flavor, alongside sage and lime; the chilled carbonated mixer adds a crisp texture to that pairing.