Barley Free Lime Sparkling Water
Sometimes the simplest drinks are the most refreshing, and this fizzy lime sipper is proof. Fresh lime juice and a touch of zest give each glass a bright, citrusy kick that bottled beverages just can't match. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, packaged flavored waters and sodas can be a minefield of ambiguous additives and natural flavors with murky sourcing ā making a homemade version like this genuinely reassuring. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of grains, so you can sip without second-guessing the label. Pouring the sparkling water slowly over the lime mixture keeps the bubbles lively, so your drink stays crisp and effervescent right down to the last sip. Serve it over ice with a wedge of lime for a little extra flair, and it's instantly the most elegant thing on the table.
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2 servings
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1ā2 limes)
- Ā½ tsp lime zest
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- lime slices or wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the limes and finely grate the zest. Stir the lime juice and zest together in a small bowl or pitcher until combined.
- 2
Fill two glasses with ice. Divide the lime mixture evenly between the glasses, then pour 1 cup of chilled sparkling water into each, pouring slowly to preserve the carbonation.
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