Turkey Free Kiwi Lime Cooler
Fresh kiwi and lime are a natural pairing, and this cooler leans into that combination with bright, tangy flavor that feels genuinely refreshing. Ripe kiwis get muddled down into a pulp, then strained with fresh lime juice and a maple syrup simple syrup for a base that's smooth, vibrant, and just sweet enough. The maple syrup brings a subtle depth that plain white sugar simply can't match, and it dissolves beautifully into the syrup without any fuss. Chilled sparkling water goes in at the end with a gentle stir, keeping all those bubbles intact so every glass stays lively and effervescent. Fresh mint rounds things out with a cool, herbal note that makes the whole drink feel a little more special. This is the kind of thing you can batch ahead and have ready in the fridge, then pour over ice whenever you need something bright and satisfying.
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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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