Recipe: Mint-Pineapple Spritzer

Making or coming up with a mocktail isn’t difficult. Sometimes a little flavored syrup, lemon juice and sparkling water are all you need. In the book Mocktails, you’ll find fun variations on that basic formula. Simple yet effective. Exactly what we love.

Preparing the compote

1. Preheat the grill.
2. Place the pineapple slices in a single layer on baking paper. Grill until the pineapple starts to color.
3. Sprinkle the sugar over them and let it caramelize under the grill.
4. Allow to cool, purée in the blender and add water if necessary. Keeps for 7 to 10 days in the refrigerator.

Preparing the spritzer

1. Muddle the pineapple and mint into an even layer at the bottom of the glass.
2. Add ice and the pineapple compote, then top up with sparkling water.
3. Stir and serve with a slice of pineapple and a sprig of mint.

Title: Mocktails
Author: Caroline Hwang
Price: €17.50
Publisher: Kosmos

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