Fish Free Kiwi Lime Lemonade
Bright, tangy, and just a little tropical, this sparkling lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a real occasion. Four ripe kiwis get blended and strained into a silky juice base, then layered with fresh lemon and lime juice for a citrus punch that's genuinely refreshing. A quick maple syrup simple syrup ties everything together with a gentle sweetness that doesn't overpower the fruit. The whole thing gets topped off with chilled sparkling water right before serving, so every glass has that satisfying fizz. It's naturally free from anything ocean-derived — no sneaky fish-based additives or gelatin-based clarifiers that can sometimes show up in commercial juice blends and sodas. You can mix the base ahead of time and keep it in the fridge, then just add the bubbles when you're ready to pour. Dress it up with a kiwi slice or lime wheel and it looks almost too pretty to drink — almost.
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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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