Gut Friendly Kiwi Lime Mocktail Spritz
Fresh kiwi and real lime juice do the heavy lifting here, creating a vibrant, tangy-sweet base that feels genuinely refreshing rather than cloying. Blending and straining the fruit keeps the drink smooth and easy on the digestive system — no fibrous pulp, no artificial sweeteners, and no carbonation overload, just a gentle fizz from the sparkling water. Maple syrup adds a touch of natural sweetness without refined sugar, which makes this a smart choice when you're being mindful of what you're putting into your body. The whole thing comes together in minutes with a blender and a fine-mesh strainer, so there's very little standing between you and a gorgeous, jewel-toned glass of something special. Served over ice with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks like something you'd order at a fancy brunch spot — except you made it at home with five simple ingredients. It's the kind of drink that proves gut-friendly eating doesn't have to feel like a compromise.
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2 servings
- 4 medium kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wheels, for garnish (optional)
- 2 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the kiwi, lime juice, maple syrup, and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup or pitcher, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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