BHA & BHT Free Kiwi Lime Lemonade
This vibrant, citrus-forward drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel like summer arrived early. Fresh kiwi gets blended and strained into a silky green base, then layered with bright lemon and lime juice for a tart, tropical punch that's genuinely refreshing. Maple syrup stands in as the sweetener here, which matters more than it might seem — many conventional lemonades and flavored syrups rely on preserved or shelf-stabilized ingredients that can sneak in unwanted additives. Every component in this recipe is whole and recognizable: real citrus, ripe kiwi, sparkling water, and nothing that needs a preservative to stay shelf-stable. The result is a drink that tastes clean and lively, with a gorgeous color that earns its garnish. It's easy enough to throw together on a weeknight but impressive enough to serve at a backyard gathering.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
For the kiwi base
- 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3–4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 2–3 limes)
- 1 cup cold water
To finish
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- ice, for serving
- kiwi slices or lime wheels, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 10–15 minutes until no longer steaming.
- 2
Add the chopped kiwi to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
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