As the new year begins, many of us look ways to reset our routines—without giving up the joy of a delicious drink. Enter the Sweet’s Elderberry Merry Mocktail. Elderberry has long been praised for its immune-supporting properties, and Sweets Elderberry takes that tradition to the next level with their Elderberry Shrub. Rich in antioxidants and naturally tangy, elderberry adds depth, color, and just the right amount of tart sweetness to mocktails. It’s a nourishing addition that makes your glass feel fun and functional—perfect for kicking off a wellness-minded year. With a bottle of Sweet’s on hand, elevating your mocktail game has never been easier—or healthier.
This mocktail keeps things simple with elderberry shrub as the base, a splash of white grape juice for sweetness, a squeeze of lemon for brightness, and a bubbly finish of sparkling water to lift everything up. The result is a jewel-toned drink that tastes indulgent without being heavy, making it an easy and elegant alternative to alcohol that still feels special.
Behind the Brand
Behind the syrup is the story of Sweet’s Elderberry, a family-run business rooted in North Carolina. What started as a homemade remedy quickly grew into a beloved regional brand. Today, Sweet’s Elderberry crafts small-batch elderberry products using organic ingredients, raw honey, fresh North Carolina ginger, and traditional methods that preserve the berry’s natural benefits. Their elderberry shrub—made with apple cider vinegar and minimally sweetened—is designed to be both flavorful and functional, offering immune support, digestive benefits, and impressive potency with at least 1,440 mg of elderberry per tablespoon.
recipe
yields
Makes 1 mocktail
1 ounce Sweets Elderberry Shrub
2 ounces white grape juice
½ ounce lemon juice
Sparkling water
Berries or dried lime for garnish
Ingredients
steps
- Add ice to a cocktail shaker. Pour in elderberry syrup, white grape juice, and lemon juice. Shake until chilled.
- Strain into a glass and top with sparkling water. Garnish with berries or dried limes.
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Recipe by
Brittany Furbee -
Contributing City
Chattanooga












