If you like the COLOR in this drink…you are sure going to like the taste!

The best part about making a mocktail and filming it is the lovely 20 mins or so afterward. That’s where I am right now…a few sips into this delectable drink, with a blank slate of a blog post in front of me. Now I get to type all about the nuances of this recipe while is still fresh in my head! This is an original recipe featuring a few really neat bonuses: homemade turmeric simple syrup and floral ice cubes! I used to rely on Pinterest for mocktail ideas but now I am feeling confident in my own groove. I’m liking the punch of the turmeric in this one…not to mention that gorgeous golden color! And for a dash of elegance, I added some floral ice for garnish. All about that below!

Turmeric has loads of health benefits - which makes this drink HEALTHY, too, right!? Right!? Yes! Here goes the recipe:

turmeric ginger mocktail with floral ice | serves 2

• turmeric simple syrup, about 2 tsp. (see recipe below)

• Fever Tree ginger beer, about 1/4 cup

• Waterloo brand seltzer in grapefruit flavor

• ice cubes made with nasturtium - totally edible!*

Turmeric Simple Syrup

• equal parts water and sugar (I used about 1/4 cup)

• turmeric (I used powder, although you can use fresh root)

• 4 slices peeled ginger

  In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add turmeric and ginger peels and stir; give a few minutes to reduce. Using a cheese cloth as a strainer, gently and carefully pour your mixture into a small bowl, cup or jar. Refrigerate for at least 20 mins before using. You may have leftovers for drinks later in the week!

The simple syrup is what makes this drink! I think a dash of cayenne would also bring a pleasant kick, if you like a little spice. This is the perfect late summer drink. If I could pair it with anything, I think a nice bowl of chips and salsa would be ideal…just bring me all the heat! Or maybe some refreshing avocado and corn salsa.

Let’s talk about the floral ice* for a moment: it really makes for such an impressive presentation. It adds such a luxurious yet earthy element to any drink, and I swear if I ever opened my own restaurant this would be standard for every drink served! First, do your research on edible florals. This nasturtium is well known to be an edible flower — how beautiful is it as a garnish? Imagine it on a cake! I have read that the petals of pansies, certain daisies, dandelion, and rose types are also edible — but again, do your research. You can also buy edible flowers on Amazon if you are unable or not interested in growing your own.