Black Pepper 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 mingles beautifully with bright lemon and lime, creating a layered citrus flavor that's both tart and tropical. A quick maple syrup simple syrup ties everything together with a gentle, natural sweetness that you can dial up or down to taste. Because every ingredient here is whole and fresh, there's absolutely nothing hidden to worry about — no spice blends, no seasoning packets, just pure fruit and a touch of sweetness. It's the kind of drink that looks stunning in a glass with a few mint leaves and lime slices floating on top, making it just as impressive for guests as it is for a quiet afternoon at home. Make a big pitcher and keep it in the fridge — it disappears fast.
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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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