TV Host Michelle Harris shares Recipes for Fun Healthy Mocktails

Michelle Harris is not only a well-known television host, and TASTE AWARDS celebrity presenter, she is also a fantastic expert on food and wellness. Michelle is the creator of Alive & Well, a national TV series promoting the wellness lifestyle. Michelle is a lifestyle guru and is a frequent guest on TV shows, radio shows, magazine interviews, red carpets and live events. Michelle is also the co-founder of Animal Angels, a non-profit advocacy group where celebrities promote pet health and adoptions.

Thanks to the hottest new trend, “mocktails” you can enjoy alcohol free creations that also pack a nutritional punch. Michelle Harris, star in the Alive and Well TV series has added powerful antioxidants like Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup in many of my mocktails to help support a healthy immune system. Using healthy fruit, natural sweeteners along with nutritious add-ons take any drink to the next level.

Here are four of her favorites.

 

1. Hibiscus Raspberry Sambucol Black Elderberry Infused Tea with Mint Blueberry Ice Cubes

The Hibiscus Raspberry Black Elderberry Infused Tea with Mint Blueberry Ice Cubes is great to make by the glass or pitcher. It’s a drink the entire family will enjoy it’s packed with nutrition and fruity goodness.

1. Pre-freeze ice cubes with blueberries and fresh mint.
2. Brew hibiscus raspberry tea and allow to cool overnight
3. Pour over blueberry mint ice cubes
4. Add 2 tsp black elderberry syrup and enjoy.

 

2. Orange Pomegranate Sambucol Black Elderberry-tini

The Orange, Pomegranate, Sambucol Black Elderberry-tini is a fresh, healthy take on martinis!

1. Dip rim in sugar or edible gold sugar
2. Add 1 part pomegranate juice, one-part non-alcoholic orange liquor (I used Lyre)
3. Pour in shaker with ice, use strainer and pour into glass
4. Add 2 tsp black elderberry syrup
5. Serve

 

3. Black Elderberry Vanilla Cream Soda

1. Add 2 tsp Sambucol Black Elderberry syrup
2. 1 natural vanilla cream soda
3. Add 1 small scoop of non-dairy (example: cashew ice cream) ice cream
4. Top with non-dairy whipped topping for some extra creaminess!
5. Serve while cold

 

4. Iced Golden Late

An iced golden latte is a delicious alternative to iced coffee for the summer. Using almond or oat milk, cinnamon, ginger and the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric create a creamy delight. Served over ice in warmer months, this iced golden latte is sure to become a favorite.

1. Brew and chill a turmeric tea
2. Add cinnamon and ginger to taste
3. Mix half tea and half almond or oat milk
4. Add 1oz alcohol free almond liquor (Lyre’s)
5. Sweeten to taste
6. Serve chilled or over ice

For a beautiful touch, garnish or add ice cubes made with fresh fruit, edible flowers or herbs. They look amazing and add an even greater nutritional boost.