Shark Tooth Berry Splash
Dark berries, hibiscus, and vodka make a jewel-colored, tart-sweet adult cocktail. Adults 21+ only — serve responsibly and keep clearly labeled away from virgin drinks.
Food safety
Contains alcohol: serve only to adults 21 and older; never serve to anyone who will drive; keep out of reach of children. Cool the tea promptly and refrigerate it; do not leave brewed tea at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Equipment
- Heat-safe cup
- fine strainer
- pitcher
- spoon
- measuring cup
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 2 cups strong hibiscus tea, brewed and chilled (480 ml)
- ¾ cup blackberries (110 g)
- ½ cup blueberries (75 g)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water (480 ml)
- 2 cups ice (280 g)
- 6 fl oz vodka (1½ fl oz / 45 ml per serving) (180 ml)
- ¼ cup sugar and ¼ cup (60 ml) hot water for a quick syrup (50 g)
Directions
Brew hibiscus tea according to package directions; cool, then refrigerate until cold.
Stir sugar into hot water until dissolved. Cool the syrup.
Mash the berries with the lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of syrup; strain if you prefer a smooth drink.
Stir berry mixture and chilled tea together. Taste and add syrup gradually.
Add sparkling water just before serving. Pour over ice.
For the adult version, measure in vodka and stir it into the pitcher just before serving; label the pitcher clearly and serve over ice.
Skill taught
Making and adjusting a simple syrup.
Affordable substitution
Use frozen mixed berries, thawed.
Optional variation
Add orange slices for a softer citrus note.
Leftovers and storage
Refrigerate the tea-and-berry base for up to 2 days. Add sparkling water at serving time.