Summer Mystic Mocktail

As the temperature sizzles here in central Virginia, we’re finding creative ways to cool off. Out at our little farm, Buck’s Bend, I love to make up weeknight mocktails to keep me cool and relaxed. Reminiscent of a “shrub” - a sweet, vinegary drink - this drink speeds up the process as you can assemble spur of the moment. Feel free to adjust your sweet or tanginess and to sub-away with whatever you have on hand! Then name it and enjoy your signature house mocktail.

-Christy Yates, Associate Director

Summer Mystic Mocktail, Buck’s Bend Edition:

In a glass, add in this order:

1/2 tsp ground ginger (could sub turmeric or other spice)

2 TBS apple cider vinegar (or other vinegar)

2-3 TBS pomegranate juice (or other juice on hand)

Fresh mint broken up.

Mix with a spoon.

Add plain seltzer to fill.

Squeeze with a wedge of lime or lemon, spread the lime or lemon around the rim of you glass, stick it in your cup and enjoy!