Chestnut Free Kiwi Lime Lemonade

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.5

(22)

This vibrant, citrus-forward drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. Fresh kiwi gets blended and strained into a silky, jewel-green base that pairs beautifully with bright lemon and lime juice for a layered tartness that's genuinely refreshing. A quick maple syrup simple syrup brings just enough sweetness to balance the citrus without tipping into sugary territory. The whole thing gets finished with chilled sparkling water for a lively fizz that makes it feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination stress — just clean, whole-food ingredients you can feel good about. You can mix the kiwi-citrus base ahead of time and keep it in the fridge, then top with sparkling water right before serving so the bubbles stay lively. It's a showstopper in a glass, especially with a kiwi slice perched on the rim.

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Ingredients

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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