Rice Free Kiwi Lime Mocktail
Fresh kiwi and real lime juice make this mocktail genuinely vibrant — the kind of drink that looks like it came from a trendy café but comes together in your own kitchen with just a handful of ingredients. Muddling the kiwi releases all that bright, tropical pulp, and straining it through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky, jewel-toned base that feels polished without any fuss. The maple syrup adds just enough sweetness to round out the tartness without tipping into sugary territory. Topped with chilled sparkling water, the whole thing is refreshing, lightly effervescent, and completely grain-free by nature — no swaps or substitutions needed. It's a great option when you want something festive and flavorful that fits a rice-free lifestyle without any label-reading stress. Dress it up with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint, and it's honestly impressive enough to serve at a dinner party.
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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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