Gelatin Free Lime Sparkling Water
Crisp, citrusy, and endlessly refreshing, this sparkling lime drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. It comes together in minutes using just a handful of real ingredients ā fresh lime juice, a little zest, and good bubbly water ā so there's nothing mysterious hiding in the glass. For anyone navigating a gelatin-free lifestyle, packaged drinks and flavored sodas can be surprisingly tricky, since some contain gelatin-based fining agents or additives that aren't always obvious on the label. Making it yourself means you know exactly what's in it. The lime zest is the secret weapon here, adding a fragrant, slightly bitter depth that bottled lime drinks just can't replicate. Pour slowly over ice to keep that satisfying fizz intact, and finish with a fresh lime wedge for a look that feels genuinely put-together with almost zero effort.
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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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