Rice Free Kiwi Lime Cooler
Fresh kiwi and lime are a natural pairing, and this cooler brings them together in the most refreshing way possible. Ripe kiwis get muddled down into a bright, tropical pulp, then strained smooth and balanced with a quick maple syrup simple syrup that adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the citrus. A splash of chilled sparkling water at the end keeps everything lively and effervescent, while fresh mint layers in a cool, herby finish. The whole thing comes together in one pitcher, which makes it just as easy to serve a crowd as it is to pour a single glass on a hot afternoon. Grain-free and completely free of any starchy fillers or thickeners, this drink is exactly what it looks like — pure fruit, citrus, and bubbles. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of mint and it looks like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a rooftop bar.
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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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