Paleo Blueberry Mint Cooler
This gorgeous purple cooler is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh blueberries are simmered down with maple syrup until they burst into a jewel-toned syrup, then steeped with mint leaves for a flavor that's bright, herby, and just sweet enough. Topped off with chilled sparkling water and a squeeze of lime, it's refreshing in the best possible way. Sweetened drinks can be a minefield when you're avoiding refined sugar and processed ingredients, but maple syrup does the heavy lifting here as a completely grain-free, unrefined alternative. The whole process is surprisingly simple — a quick simmer, a steep, a strain, and you're done. It's elegant enough to serve at a summer gathering but easy enough to throw together on a weeknight when you just want something better than plain water.
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4 servings
For the blueberry mint syrup
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- 12 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
To assemble
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice
For serving
- 1 medium lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, maple syrup, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries begin to burst and the liquid turns a deep purple, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the mint leaves and press them gently against the side of the pan with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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