Ruby-red elderberry mocktail poured over ice in a clear glass, made with organic elderberry herbal tea by Yerba Buena Tea Co.
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The Ultimate Elderberry Mocktail (Immunity in a Glass)


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Who says immune support has to taste medicinal? During cold and flu season, we all reach for elderberry syrup, even though it's usually too sweet and sticky.

We created this Elderberry Immunitea Mocktail so the good-for-you drink and the one you actually want to sip could be the same glass. By using our Elderberry Immunitea as the base, you get the deep, jammy flavor of organic elderberries and echinacea without the sugar crash.

A refreshing Elderberry Mocktail garnished with mint and pomegranate seeds.

The power of purple

This drink is a powerhouse of antioxidants. We pair the elderberry tea with pomegranate juice, and the result is tart and complex enough to stand next to a red wine or a craft cocktail.

Three things make it work. The tea itself brings echinacea root and elderflower, traditionally used to support the immune system. Raw honey does the sweetening. It's delicious, and it's soothing for the throat. Then a splash of sparkling water lifts the heavy fruit flavors and keeps the whole drink light and refreshing.

Close up detail of pomegranate arils and mint in the elderberry drink.

Brewing tips

Elderberries are dried fruit, so they need a little time to rehydrate and release their juice. That's why we steep this blend for a full 10 minutes. Don't rush it! That deep purple color is exactly what you want.

Pouring the ruby red elderberry tea concentrate over ice.

It's the drink we'd hand you when you're fighting a cold, and the one we'd pour at a dinner party when you want something sophisticated in the glass.

The Recipe

A delicious immune-boosting mocktail featuring organic elderberry tea, pomegranate, and honey. Tart, fruity, and packed with antioxidants.
Prep 5 mins
Steep 10 mins (plus cooling)
Total 1 hour 15 mins
Yields 1
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp YBTCO Elderberry Immunitea
  • ½ cup hot water
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • ¼ cup Pomegranate juice
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • ½ cup Sparkling water
  • Ice
  • Garnish: Pomegranate arils and fresh mint leaves
Instructions
  1. Steep: Boil your ½ cup of water, then steep the 1 tbsp Elderberry Immunitea for 10 minutes.
  2. Sweeten: Remove the tea leaves. Stir in the honey while the tea is hot. Set aside to cool for at least 1 hour.
  3. Build: Add ice to a tall glass, then pour in the cooled elderberry tea.
  4. Mix: Stir in the pomegranate juice and lemon juice.
  5. Fizz: Top with sparkling water.
  6. Garnish: Top with pomegranate seeds and mint leaves if desired. Drink up!
Notes
  • Make it a Cocktail: This pairs beautifully with 1.5 oz Gin (for a botanical finish) or Vodka. Add the spirit during step 4.
  • Acid Balance: Lemon juice is optional but makes this mocktail more dynamic and balanced.
  • Swap: You can use simple syrup, maple syrup, or agave in place of the honey if desired

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