Almond Free Kiwi Lime Cooler
Bright, tangy, and impossibly refreshing, this sparkling kiwi-lime drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Ripe kiwis get muddled down into a vibrant pulp, then strained into a clean, jewel-toned juice that pairs beautifully with fresh lime and a maple syrup simple syrup for just the right touch of sweetness. The whole thing gets topped off with chilled sparkling water, so every sip has that satisfying fizz. Fresh mint stirred in at the end adds an herbal lift that makes it feel genuinely special without any extra effort. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here — every ingredient is a whole fruit, a fresh citrus, or a pantry staple, so there's no label-reading anxiety involved. It comes together in one pitcher and looks stunning garnished with lime slices, making it just as fitting for a backyard gathering as it is for a quiet afternoon on the porch.
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4 servings
For the kiwi-lime base
- 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- ⅓ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3–4 limes)
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
For assembling
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish (optional)
For serving
- lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the maple syrup fully dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Place the chopped kiwi in a pitcher and muddle firmly with a muddler or the back of a fork until the fruit is fully broken down into a rough pulp.
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