Almond Free Mint & Lime Sparkling Water
There is something genuinely refreshing about a drink that tastes this bright and clean without any fuss. A quick honey-mint syrup is the heart of it — just a few minutes on the stove, a gentle steep, and you have something fragrant and pale green that makes plain sparkling water feel like a serious upgrade. Fresh lime juice adds a tart punch that balances the floral sweetness of the honey beautifully. Everything here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so you never have to squint at a label or worry about hidden ingredients sneaking in. It comes together fast, looks gorgeous in a tall glass with a mint sprig and a lime slice, and is just as welcome at a dinner party as it is on a quiet afternoon. Make a little extra syrup and keep it in the fridge — you will want this again tomorrow.
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2 servings
For the mint syrup
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed, plus extra sprigs for garnish
For serving
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
- lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat, add the mint leaves, and press them gently with a spoon to bruise them. Let the mint steep for 10 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and pale green.
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