Citric Acid Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Fresh cucumber and fragrant dill come together in this sparkling drink that feels like a spa day in a glass — cool, herby, and genuinely refreshing. A quick muddle releases the cucumber's natural juice and coaxes out the dill's aromatic oils, so the flavor is bright and layered without relying on any packaged citrus additives or flavoring blends. The small amount of fresh lemon juice here is the only sour note, and it's squeezed straight from the fruit rather than sourced from processed citric acid, which makes all the difference for anyone navigating that particular sensitivity. Plain seltzer water carries everything beautifully, adding effervescence without any hidden additives that often sneak into flavored sparkling drinks. Straining the muddled mixture gives you a clean, elegant pour that looks as good as it tastes — especially with a few cucumber ribbons and a dill sprig draped over the glass. It comes together in minutes and requires almost no equipment, making it an easy go-to when you want something special that still plays by the rules.
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2 servings
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 6 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 cups plain seltzer water, chilled
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- 2 thin cucumber slices and 2 dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cucumber slices, dill sprigs, lemon juice, and sea salt in a pitcher or large glass. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the cucumber releases its juice and the dill is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes so the flavors infuse.
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