Dairy Free Kiwi Lime Lemonade
This vibrant, fruit-forward lemonade is the kind of drink that makes people stop mid-sip and ask what's in it. Four ripe kiwis get blended and strained into a silky green base, then layered with fresh lemon and lime juice for a citrus punch that's bright, tangy, and just a little tropical. Maple syrup stands in for refined sugar as the sweetener, dissolving into a quick homemade simple syrup that ties everything together without any dairy in sight — because honestly, none is needed here. The whole thing gets topped off with chilled sparkling water for a fizzy finish that feels genuinely refreshing. It's naturally free of any animal-based ingredients, so there's no label-reading required — just real fruit and a few pantry staples. Serve it over ice with a kiwi slice on the rim and it looks as good as it tastes, whether you're pouring it for a crowd or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
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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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