Honey Free Kiwi Lime Mocktail
Fresh, tangy, and absolutely gorgeous in the glass, this kiwi lime mocktail is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a little occasion. Muddling the kiwi releases all that bright, tropical juice before it gets shaken with fresh lime and maple syrup — a natural sweetener that blends in beautifully without any of the floral heaviness that honey can bring. For anyone avoiding bee-derived ingredients, maple syrup is a reliable swap that keeps the sweetness clean and the flavor profile sharp. The mixture gets strained through a fine-mesh sieve so you end up with a silky, jewel-toned liquid that looks like something from a craft cocktail bar. Topped with chilled sparkling water, it's fizzy and refreshing without being cloying. A lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint take it from "quick drink" to genuinely impressive, whether you're serving guests or just treating yourself on a weeknight.
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2 servings
- 2 medium kiwis, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 ½ cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wheels, for serving (optional)
- 2 fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced kiwi in a cocktail shaker or large jar. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the kiwi is fully broken down into a rough pulp, about 10–12 presses.
- 2
Add the lime juice, maple syrup, cold water, and ice to the shaker. Seal and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels very cold.
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