Mustard Free Fresh Kiwi Lime Lemonade

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.5

(23)

Bright, tropical, and refreshingly tart, this kiwi lime lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you feel like summer arrived early. Fresh kiwis are blended and strained into a silky juice that layers beautifully with squeezed lemon and lime, giving every sip a punchy citrus depth you just can't get from a powder or concentrate. Maple syrup stands in as the sweetener here, dissolving into a quick homemade simple syrup that keeps the whole drink smooth and naturally balanced. Because everything is made from scratch with whole fruits and pantry staples, there's zero guesswork about hidden condiment-based additives that can sneak into store-bought lemonades and flavored drink mixes. The straining step is a small but worthwhile effort — it gives the finished lemonade a clean, vibrant color and a texture that feels polished without being fussy. Pile on the ice, tuck in a few lime slices and fresh mint, and you've got a showstopper pitcher drink that works just as well for a quiet afternoon as it does for a backyard crowd.

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Ingredients

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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