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I remember my grandmother used to make apple cider every fall. The scent of apples and spices simmering on the stove always filled the house with warmth and comfort. This shake is my attempt to capture that feeling of autumn in a glass, but with a little sparkle! The herbal note of sage with the sweet of the apple; yum! You know?
What sets this shake apart isn't just the taste, but the texture. The sparkling water adds a delightful fizz that dances on your tongue, making it more fun than your average drink. I even shared this with my friend last week who told me about it later, and you know what? She loved it so much!
It's incredibly simple to make, requiring just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of your time. Feel free to adapt the sweetness and proportions to suit your own preference. One time i just added some lime for extra flavor and i liked it so so much. So you are able to do it, too!
Required Equipments
- Blender
- Fine-Mesh Sieve or Nut Milk Bag
- Measuring Spoons
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Glasses
Apple Sage Sparkle Shake: Frequently Asked Questions
Apple Sage Sparkle Shake
This Apple Sage Sparkle Shake is a refreshing, effervescent beverage blending crisp apples, aromatic sage, and bubbly sparkling water. It's a unique, flavorful twist on your typical smoothie, perfect for a light treat or a festive brunch.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 servings
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First, wash and core 2 medium-sized apples (such as Honeycrisp or Gala). Roughly chop them and set aside.
- Pick about 8-10 fresh sage leaves. Rinse them gently and pat dry with a paper towel. We want to use this for flavor and not for anything else!
- In a blender, combine the chopped apples, sage leaves, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, and 1-2 teaspoons of honey (adjust to your desired sweetness, because some might love honey and others dont, right?).
- Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth consistency. If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of apple juice or water to help it blend.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or a nut milk bag to remove any pulp or solids. This will give your shake a smoother texture. (You can skip this step if you don't mind a little texture!)
- Fill a glass with ice cubes. This is so important!
- Pour the strained apple-sage mixture over the ice. Leave about 2-3 inches of space at the top of the glass.
- Top the glass off with chilled sparkling water or club soda. Pour slowly to prevent excessive fizzing. This is so important!
- Gently stir the shake to combine the ingredients. Be careful not to over-stir, as this can cause the sparkling water to lose its fizz.
- Garnish the shake with a thin slice of apple and a fresh sage leaf for an extra touch of elegance. Feel free to experiment, use some edible flowers also for a more decorative touch.
- Taste the shake and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed. Add more honey for sweetness or a squeeze of lemon juice for tartness. Don't be afraid to experiemnt; that's the fun thing about it!
📝 Notes
- For a stronger sage flavor, muddle the sage leaves gently before adding them to the blender.
- Use different types of apples to vary the flavor profile. Granny Smith apples will add more tartness.
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 120 kcal
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 4 g
Calcium: 20 mg
