Xanthan Gum Free Blueberry Mint Mocktail
Fresh blueberries and bright mint come together in a drink that looks stunning and tastes even better ā deep purple, citrusy, and just sweet enough from a touch of maple syrup. Muddling the berries and bruising the mint releases all that natural color and fragrance before a good shake over ice brings everything together into something genuinely refreshing. Many store-bought mocktails and flavored drinks sneak in thickeners or stabilizers you'd rather avoid, but this one is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients with nothing hidden in the mix. The straining step keeps the texture clean and smooth, so every sip is crisp rather than cloudy or gummy. A splash of chilled sparkling water at the end adds the perfect effervescence without any additives. It's the kind of drink that feels fancy enough for a dinner party but easy enough to throw together on a Tuesday afternoon.
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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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