Citric Acid Free Blueberry Mint Mocktail
Fresh blueberries and muddled mint come together in a vibrant, jewel-toned drink that feels genuinely special without requiring a bar cart or a lot of effort. The deep berry color alone is enough to make guests do a double take before they even take a sip. For anyone navigating citric acid sensitivities, refreshing drinks can be a minefield ā many commercial sodas, juice blends, and flavored sparkling waters sneak it in as a preservative or flavor enhancer. Here, the brightness comes entirely from fresh lime juice, which delivers that tart lift naturally, with no additives to worry about. Maple syrup sweetens things just enough without overpowering the mint, and the combination of still and sparkling water gives the drink a satisfying effervescence that feels celebratory. Shaking everything over ice and straining it through a fine-mesh sieve keeps the texture silky and clean, so every sip is smooth rather than pulpy. It's the kind of drink you'll want to make on repeat all summer long.
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2 servings
- Ā½ cup fresh blueberries (about 75 g)
- 12 fresh mint leaves, plus 2 sprigs for garnish
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wheels or wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the blueberries and mint leaves to a cocktail shaker or large jar. Muddle firmly 8ā10 times until the blueberries are fully crushed and the mint is bruised and fragrant.
- 2
Add the lime juice, maple syrup, cold water, and ice to the shaker. Seal and shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
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