Barley Free Fresh Kiwi Lime Lemonade
This vibrant, fruit-forward drink is a serious upgrade from anything you'd pour out of a bottle. Fresh kiwi gets blended and strained into a silky juice that pairs beautifully with bright lemon and lime, creating a layered citrus flavor that's both tart and refreshing. Maple syrup stands in as the sweetener here, dissolving into a quick homemade simple syrup that ties everything together without any grain-derived ingredients to worry about. The whole thing comes together in one pitcher, making it an effortless option for warm afternoons, backyard gatherings, or just treating yourself on a Tuesday. Garnished with lime slices and fresh mint over a generous pile of ice, it looks as good as it tastes. Every ingredient is naturally free from grain-based additives, so you can sip with total confidence.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
For the lemonade
- 4 medium kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Add the chopped kiwi to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
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