Red-White-and-Blue Sparkling Berry Coconut Cooler

Blend the strawberries with 1 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp lime juice until smooth, then strain to make a bright red puree.

Serves 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 cup coconut water, chilled
• 3 tbsp honey or agave syrup
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup canned coconut cream
• 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
• 2 cups ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves, to garnish

Instructions

1. Blend the strawberries with 1 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp lime juice until smooth, then strain to make a bright red puree.
2. Rinse the blender and blend the blueberries with 1 tbsp honey and the remaining lime juice into a deep blue puree.
3. Whisk the coconut cream with the coconut water and remaining honey to make a creamy white layer.
4. Spoon the strawberry puree into the bottom of four tall glasses.
5. Add a layer of ice, then gently pour the coconut mixture over the back of a spoon to keep the layers distinct.
6. Top with the blueberry puree and a little more ice, layering for a red, white and blue effect.
7. Slowly top each glass with sparkling water to add fizz without muddying the layers.
8. Garnish with fresh mint and serve with a straw so guests can swirl the layers together.
9. This alcohol-free cooler proves a festive holiday drink does not need liquor to feel special. The tropical sweetness of coconut bridges the tart berries, and the dramatic red-white-and-blue layering makes it a hit with kids and designated drivers alike at any summer celebration.

Nutrition (estimated, per serving)

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 7g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 24g
• Sodium: 45mg