Sesame Free Chilled Strawberry Lime Sparkling Cooler
Few drinks feel as instantly refreshing as a tall glass of something bright pink, fizzy, and ice-cold on a warm day. Fresh strawberries get blended with real lime juice, a touch of lime zest, and maple syrup before being strained into a silky, jewel-toned base that's completely free of any hidden allergens or processed additives. The straining step is the secret here — it gives the final drink a smooth, almost elegant texture that feels far more elevated than the effort involved. A gentle pour of chilled sparkling water right before serving keeps every sip lively and effervescent, so you get that satisfying fizz from the first glass to the last. Garnished with a fresh lime slice and a sprig of mint, it looks like something you'd order at a nice café. It's naturally sweetened, made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients, and couldn't be easier to pull together for a crowd or just yourself on a slow afternoon.
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4 servings
- 32 medium strawberries (about 400 g), hulled and halved
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lime slices (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, lime juice, maple syrup, cold water, and lime zest in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer set over a pitcher, pressing the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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