At our house, my son Mathieu loves inventing drinks. He's creative, curious, and often... it involves alcohol! 😄 For my part, I always have a weakness for non-alcoholic versions—sweeter, more subtle, but just as festive. One day, he handed me this cocktail he had just created: a pumpkin chai herbal tea, revisited as a mocktail. I took a sip... and then I exclaimed: "Oh my god, this is good!" It's fresh, it's fragrant, it tastes like summer—but with that warm depth of chai, and that little autumnal touch of pumpkin. Once again, we come back to what I love: a taste rooted in our terroir, simple, real, delicious. A lovely surprise to enjoy on the terrace, with friends or alone, at any time of day!
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| 🔍 Information | Details |
| ⏱️ Preparation time | 10 minutes |
| 🍳 Cooking time | 5 minutes (infusion) |
| ⏲️ Total time | 15 minutes |
| 🔧 Difficulty level | Easy |
| 🍽️ Servings | 1 glass |
| 🔥 Calories (approximate) | ~150 kcal |
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| Nutritional Information per Serving | |
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| Nutrient | Quantity |
| Calories | ~150 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | ~20 g |
| Sugars | ~15 g |
| Lipids | ~0 g |
| Proteins | ~0 g |
| Sodium | ~10 mg |
| Health note |
8/10 Low fat, protein free, low sodium. Be careful with sugars if using a sweet sparkling wine. |
❓ FAQ
Q: Can I make this drink in advance?
A: Yes! Prepare the herbal tea and syrup in advance. Assemble just before serving to maintain the effervescence.
Q: What sparkling wine should I use?
A: Prosecco is perfect, but sparkling water works great for a 100% alcohol-free version.
Q: Can alcohol be added?
A: Of course! A touch of dark rum or classic bourbon pairs wonderfully with the chai notes.
💡 Tips and advice
- Perfect infusion: do not exceed 5 minutes otherwise the chai becomes bitter.
- Fresh orange zest: Grate it over the glass to release the oils.
- Frosted glass: Dip the rim in maple syrup + spiced sugar for a wow touch.
