Raspberry Tangent

Raspberry and balsamic vinegar give this a tangier, darker character than a straightforward berry soda. Maple softens the sharper edges, but it shouldn’t erase the unusual sweet-sour contrast. Crush the berries and mix the vinegar and maple thoroughly before adding sparkling water. Begin with the measured vinegar; its strength varies. This is a drink for someone curious about a more savory fruit combination, rather than someone expecting raspberry lemonade.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 1/4 cup Raspberries
• 1 tsp Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp Maple syrup (optional)

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

Raspberry and balsamic · refreshing fluids

The 5 oz of sparkling water contributes to your day’s fluids, with raspberry and balsamic providing the flavor that makes another glass appealing.

Raspberry · more than a sweet mixer

With balsamic in the glass, the measured raspberry contributes a bright raspberry tang as an accent to the fizz.