Low FODMAP Kiwi Lime Mocktail

Total time10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

Bright, tangy, and genuinely refreshing, this kiwi lime mocktail is the kind of drink that makes you forget you're not at a beachside bar. Fresh kiwi gets muddled down into a vibrant pulp, shaken with lime juice and a touch of maple syrup, then strained smooth and topped with sparkling water for a fizzy, elegant finish. The whole thing comes together in minutes and serves two, making it perfect for a laid-back afternoon or a dinner party starter. Gut-friendly drinking can feel like a compromise, but every ingredient here is carefully portioned to stay well within low FODMAP thresholds — one medium kiwi per serving and just a tablespoon of maple syrup keep things safe without sacrificing sweetness. The straining step is a small but important move that gives you a clean, jewel-toned drink instead of a chunky smoothie situation. A lime wheel and fresh mint sprig on top are optional, but they take the presentation from casual to genuinely impressive.

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Ingredients

2 servings

2 medium kiwis, peeled and sliced into rounds
Ingredient note
Kiwi only becomes a problem on a low FODMAP diet in large amounts; this recipe works out to about 1 medium kiwi per serving, well within the range shown to be tolerated, so it is likely Low FODMAP. If you prefer to always avoid kiwi, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
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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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