Vegan Kiwi Lime Cooler
This bright, fizzy drink is the kind of thing you want in your hand the moment the temperature climbs. Ripe kiwis get muddled down into a lush pulp, then pressed through a strainer so every sip is silky smooth with no stringy bits to interrupt the fun. Maple syrup stands in for honey or refined sugar, keeping the sweetness completely plant-based while adding just a hint of warmth that plays beautifully against the sharp citrus. Fresh lime juice brings the zing, sparkling water brings the lift, and a handful of mint ties the whole thing together with a cool, herby finish. It comes together in one pitcher with no blender required, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying your drink. Garnish with lime slices 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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