Fructose Free Kiwi Lime Lemonade
This vibrant, tropical lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're somewhere sunny even on an ordinary afternoon. Real kiwi purée is strained smooth and combined with fresh-squeezed lemon and lime juice for a layered citrus flavor that's bright, tart, and genuinely refreshing. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here — it's a smart swap that keeps the recipe in line with low-fructose needs, since it has a different sugar profile than the high-fructose corn syrup or agave you'd find in most store-bought lemonades and cocktail mixers. The whole base comes together in a pitcher, so you can chill it ahead of time and just top with sparkling water when you're ready to serve. That fizzy finish gives it a festive, almost mocktail-worthy feel without any added ingredients you'd need to second-guess. Garnished with a kiwi slice or lime wheel, it looks as good as it tastes — the kind of thing you'd happily set out for guests without mentioning it fits any particular dietary need at all.
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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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