Emulsifier Free Lime Sparkling Water
Bright, fizzy, and genuinely refreshing, this drink is about as clean and simple as it gets. Fresh lime juice and a little zest bring real citrus punch to chilled sparkling water, with zero additives, stabilizers, or emulsifiers hiding in the mix ā something you honestly can't always say about bottled flavored waters or store-bought sodas. The zest is the secret weapon here, adding an aromatic depth that plain juice alone just doesn't deliver. Pouring the sparkling water slowly over the ice keeps every sip lively and effervescent right to the bottom of the glass. It comes together in minutes and works beautifully as a palate cleanser, a mocktail base, or just a midday pick-me-up. Garnish with a lime wedge and you've got something that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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