During the long seasons of pregnancy and breastfeeding, I found myself on a quiet quest for a proper non-alcoholic drink. Let’s be honest: most so-called alcohol-free wines don’t even deserve the shelf space. So one cosy February evening, I decided to improvise.
A splash of rosé tonic, a pot of rosemary, frozen strawberries from the freezer, and a wedge of lemon. The combination sounded questionable at best — but turned out to be a total game changer. Crisp, floral, and gently bitter. In short: grown-up.
That night’s experiment has since become a warm-weather staple at our house — a drink I’ve made for countless brunches, barbecues, and baby showers. And just between us: if you’re not pregnant and feeling playful, a touch of gin fits in beautifully..
Rosemary Tonic
Ingredients
Preparation
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Place one large or two small frozen strawberries at the bottom of each glass. Squeeze the juice of one lemon slice into the glass, then drop in the slice itself. Take a sprig of rosemary, gently rub it between your palms to awaken the aroma, and add it to the glass. Pour in 250 ml of rosé tonic. Repeat the same for the other glass. Serve immediately.
Note
- Skip the ice cubes and use frozen strawberries instead. It’s prettier and more delicious — and you can snack on them once your glass is empty.
