Brazil Nut Free Kiwi Lime Cooler
Fresh kiwi and bright lime juice come together in a drink that tastes like summer in a glass — tangy, a little sweet, and completely refreshing. The kiwis get muddled down into a pulp before being strained, so you end up with a silky, vibrant base that's packed with real fruit flavor rather than anything artificial. A quick maple syrup simple syrup keeps things naturally sweetened, and the whole thing gets lifted by a pour of chilled sparkling water right before serving. Fresh mint stirred in at the end adds an herbal coolness that makes every sip feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here — every ingredient is a whole food or pantry staple with no hidden additives to second-guess. 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 at home. Serve it immediately to keep those bubbles lively and the ice perfectly cold.
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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)
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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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