Brazil Nut Free Kiwi Lime Lemonade
This vibrant, citrus-forward drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel like summer arrived early. Ripe kiwis get blended and strained into a silky green base, then layered with fresh lemon and lime juice for a tart, tropical punch that sparkling water lifts into something genuinely refreshing. The maple syrup simple syrup adds just enough sweetness without tipping into candy territory, and you can nudge the balance toward tart or sweet depending on your mood. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nut concerns — no labels to scrutinize, no specialty swaps required, just straightforward produce and pantry staples. The straining step is worth the extra minute; it gives the finished drink a clean, jewel-toned look that's as pretty as it is delicious. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a kiwi slice on the rim and it looks like something from a café menu, even though it comes together in under half an hour.
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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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