Ginger Free Lime Sparkling Water
Bright, fizzy, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling lime drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. It's built on just three core ingredients ā sparkling water, fresh lime juice, and a little zest ā so every sip is clean and vibrant with nothing unnecessary sneaking in. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to ginger, finding a ready-made sparkling beverage that's truly free of it can be trickier than expected, since many flavored waters and sodas sneak it in for a "zing." Here, that zing comes entirely from real lime, and honestly it delivers. The technique of pouring the sparkling water slowly and stirring gently keeps the bubbles lively right up until the first sip. Served over ice with an optional lime wedge, it looks as good as it tastes ā simple enough for a weekday afternoon, pretty enough for a dinner party spread.
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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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