The Chaga Birch Spritz - A Healthy & Complex Herbal Mocktail or Soda

Tired of sugary sodas and looking for a truly sophisticated, non-alcoholic refreshment? Enter the Chaga Birch Spritz—a simple and delicious elixir that hits time after time, just like Cyndi Lauper.

This recipe showcases the complexity of Life Itself's Chaga Birch Syrup, which weaves together the earthy, mineral-rich notes of Chaga and Birch with the classic spice of Sarsaparilla and Ginger. Topped with crisp sparkling water and a bright orange twist, it's the ultimate functional mocktail that you can create in seconds.

Perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up, a healthy alternative during happy hour, or a light digestif after a meal.

Ingredients for the Chaga Birch Spritz

• 1 oz Life Itself Chaga Birch Syrup
• 5 - 6 oz Sparkling Mineral Water
  
• 1 Orange Wedge or Twist for Garnish
• Ice
  

How to Make the Chaga Birch Spritz

1. Chill Rocks Glass: Fill a rocks glass with ice. (We like bigger, one-inch cubes, to prevent dilution)
2. Add Birch Syrup: Pour 1 oz of Chaga Birch Syrup over ice. (Adjust sweetness to your liking.)
3. Top with Bubbles: Gently top with 5 to 6 oz of sparkling mineral water, being mindful to preserve the bubbles.
4. Garnish & Serve: Give the spritz a single stir to mix the syrup and garnish with the fresh orange wedge or twist, expressing the oils over the top of the drink if you like. Enjoy immediately.

Optional Alchemy – Recipe Riffs

• Chaga Birch Beer: Not a mocktail or ice fan? If you're craving a more beer style beverage, try our Chaga Birch Beer! In a Pilsner Glass, Increase to 2 oz Chaga Birch Syrup, and top with 10 oz Sparkling Mineral Water. Boom! Chaga Birch Beer.

Why You'll Love This Functional Wellness Beverage

This sparkling elixir is more than just a refreshing drink; it’s a thoughtfully crafted tonic that harnesses the power of its herbal ingredients.

• Support Healthy Digestion: The blend of Ginger, Dandelion Root, Licorice Root, and Juniper found in our syrup are all known to soothe and support the digestive system, working synergistically with the digestive benefits of Chaga.
  
• A Flavor Explosion: The classic root beer notes of Sarsaparilla and the warming spice of Ginger and Cinnamon blend beautifully with the earthy notes of Chaga and Birch Bark, creating a symphony of flavors.
• Promote a sense of calm, euphoric balance: Help your body find its equilibrium and manage daily stressors with the adaptogenic power of Chaga combined with the adrenal-supporting properties of Licorice Root.
• Clean Refreshment: Quench your thirst with a sophisticated, hangover-free beverage that contains only whole food ingredients allowing you to feel great in the moment, and even better the next morning.

Enjoy the ritual. Sip the magic. Nourish your day.

Looking for more functional mushroom recipes or ways to incorporate chaga into your wellness lifestyle? Stay tuned for more elixirs from Life Itself