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Safe Mode Mocktail

A smoky, bitter-tart mocktail for when you need control—without the crash.
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Equipment

  • Shaker Or mixing glass
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces Strong brewed black tea (like English Breakfast or Earl Grey), chilled
  • 1/2 ounce Pomegranate Juice
  • 1/4 ounce Orange Juice
  • 1/2 tspn Maple Syrup or honey
  • 2 dashes Orange or aromatic bitters (non-alcoholic versions like All The Bitter work great) (optional)
  • 1 Orange peel or twist garnish
  • 1 LARGE ice cube

Instructions
 

  • Brew the black tea and chill it in the fridge (or use leftover tea).
  • In a shaker or mixing glass, combine the tea, pomegranate juice, orange juice, maple syrup, and bitters.
  • Add ice and stir (or lightly shake).
  • Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  • Garnish with a twisted orange peel.

Notes

💡 Why It Works

This version of Safe Mode is built for ease without sacrificing style. The chilled tea offers subtle bitterness and a hint of smoke (especially if you use Earl Grey), while the pomegranate and orange juices bring depth and acidity. Maple syrup ties it together with a smooth, earthy sweetness.
It’s complex, moody, and just a little mysterious—like sipping clarity after controlled chaos. Best enjoyed while watching The Game, feet up, mind spinning.