Brazil Nut Free Mint & Lime Sparkling Water
Fresh mint steeped in a honey syrup is the kind of simple move that transforms a glass of sparkling water into something genuinely special. The syrup comes together in minutes — just honey, water, and a handful of bruised mint leaves — and the result is floral, cooling, and lightly sweet in a way that feels far more elevated than the effort involved. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a bright, citrusy backbone that balances the sweetness perfectly. Everything in this drink is exactly what it says it is: whole, recognizable ingredients with no hidden additives or allergen concerns to second-guess. Pour it over ice, top with chilled sparkling water, and you have a refreshing sipper that looks gorgeous with a mint sprig and lime slice tucked in the glass. It's the kind of drink that works just as well at a dinner party as it does on a quiet afternoon when you want something a little more interesting than plain water.
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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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