Thyme Cutie-tini – A Festive Non-Alcoholic Holiday Drink

Non-alcoholic beverages don’t have to be boring. Combinations of spices and fruits can make a mocktail a delicious way to imbibe without the alcohol. Our Cutie-tini blends thyme with the sweet taste of clementines or Cuties to create a drink that is surprisingly tasty and satisfying.

Cuties are the perfect fruit for this delicious winter sipper. They are sweeter than tangerines and are easier to peel. This sweet and herby beverage supports your immune system with vitamin C and no added sugar!

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh thyme leaves, loosely packed
• 3/4 cup boiling water
• 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper (if you like a bit of spice)
• 4 Cuties, juiced and strained (save some peels for garnish)
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish

Directions

1. In a small bowl, pour boiling water over the thyme and cayenne and steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain out the solids and chill the remaining “tea” in the fridge until cool.
2. Juice and strain the Cuties.
3. When the thyme tea is chilled, add the Cuties juice and pour into chilled martini glasses.
4. Garnish glasses with orange peels and thyme sprigs.

Makes 2 and a bit extra for refills

Nutrition Facts:

Makes 2 servings

Calories: 70
Fat:        0g
Carbs:   18g
Sugar:   14g
Protein:  1g