A cooling, effervescent elixir crafted with anti-inflammatory Saskatoon berries and the warming spice of wild ginger—a perfect balance of bold flavour and functional nourishment.
Showstopper presentation!
Want to take it up a notch? Freeze some berries and edible flowers into ice cubes for a beautiful and flavourful addition to your glass.
This recipe was originally published in the July 2025 issue of alive magazine.
Saskatoon Berry and Wild Ginger Elixir Spritz
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) fresh or frozen Saskatoon berries
- 1 tsp (5 mL) grated wild ginger
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) raw honey
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup (250 mL) lemon-flavoured sparkling water
- Ice cubes
Directions
01
In a glass, muddle Saskatoon berries, wild ginger, honey, and lemon.
02
Add ice and top with lemon sparkling water. Stir gently and serve immediately.
03
Garnish with extra berries and/or lemon balm leaves, if desired.
Corinne Quesnel is a Vancouver-based photographer, recipe developer, and health writer. She creates visually stunning, nutritious recipes, blending her passion for food and wellness with creative flair.
