Vegetarian Kiwi Lime Mocktail
Fresh kiwi gets muddled down into a vibrant, jewel-toned pulp that forms the backbone of this sparkling drink, delivering a bright tropical flavor that feels genuinely special. The combination of tart lime juice and maple syrup hits that perfect sweet-sour balance without relying on any artificial syrups or processed sweeteners. Shaking everything hard over ice and then straining it through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky, smooth base that's a cut above anything you'd pour from a bottle. Topped with chilled sparkling water, the whole thing comes alive with bubbles and a citrusy lift that makes it feel celebratory without any alcohol involved. A lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint on the rim take it from weeknight refresher to something you'd proudly serve at a dinner party. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, so there's no label-reading required — just good, clean flavor from start to finish.
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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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