Jamie Oliver’s Summer Mocktail Copycat Recipe

Jamie Oliver’s Summer Mocktail is a refreshing, vibrant drink made with rhubarb, ginger, lemon, and fresh mint. Naturally sweetened with honey, maple syrup, or agave, and topped with soda water, this mocktail is perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or relaxing afternoons.

Why Everyone Will Love This Recipe

This mocktail balances tangy rhubarb with zesty lemon, aromatic ginger, and fresh mint. The lightly sweetened syrup and soda water create a sparkling, refreshing drink that’s both visually stunning and easy to make.

What Is the Dish?

A non-alcoholic summer cocktail made from rhubarb syrup, lemon, ginger, and fresh mint, topped with soda water. It’s perfect for warm-weather entertaining and can be garnished creatively for presentation.

Cooking Tips

• Peel rhubarb with a speed-peeler for decorative spirals around glasses.
• Grate ginger finely to avoid large fibrous pieces.
• Taste the syrup before adding to adjust sweetness.
• Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for maximum brightness.
• Serve immediately over ice to maintain freshness and effervescence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make This Ahead of Time?

Yes, prepare the rhubarb syrup in advance and refrigerate. Assemble with lemon, mint, and soda water just before serving.

Can I Use Other Sweeteners?

Yes, honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup all work. Adjust to taste.

Can I Use Sparkling Water or Club Soda?

Yes, both work; sparkling mineral water adds extra fizz.

Can I Make Individual Servings?

Yes, scale down syrup and serve directly in single glasses over ice.

Can I Add Alcohol?

Yes, a splash of gin or vodka can be added for a cocktail version.

How to Store

Store leftover rhubarb syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Keep soda, lemon wedges, and mint separate until ready to serve.

How to Freeze

Rhubarb syrup can be frozen for up to 2 months in an ice cube tray or freezer-safe container. Thaw in the refrigerator before using. Do not freeze the assembled mocktail with soda, lemon, or mint.

Ingredients

• 400g rhubarb, roughly chopped
• 5 cm piece of ginger, peeled and finely grated
• 2 tbsps honey, maple syrup, or agave
• 2 lemons, sliced into wedges
• 1 bunch fresh mint (30g), plus extra for garnish
• Soda water, to serve
• Ice cubes

How to Make Jamie Oliver's Summer Mocktail

1. Place rhubarb and grated ginger in a medium pan with 400 ml water. Simmer gently 10 minutes until rhubarb is very soft.
2. Let cool, then strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing to extract all juice. Discard solids. Stir in honey to make syrup.
3. Slice lemons into wedges and pick most mint leaves, reserving a few for garnish. Muddle in a large jug to release juice.
4. Pour rhubarb syrup into the jug, add ice, and top with soda water. Taste and adjust sweetness with more honey if desired.
5. Garnish with reserved mint leaves and rhubarb spirals if desired. Serve immediately.