Pecan Free Mint & Lime Sparkling Water
There is something genuinely refreshing about a drink this bright and clean, especially when you made every drop of it yourself. A quick honey-mint syrup is the heart of the whole thing — just a few minutes on the stove, a gentle steep, and you end up with something fragrant and pale green that smells like a garden after rain. Fresh lime juice adds a tart punch that balances the floral sweetness perfectly, and chilled sparkling water ties it all together with a satisfying fizz. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally sourced, there are zero concerns about hidden additives or cross-contamination from tree nuts sneaking in through a packaged mix or flavored syrup. This is the kind of drink that looks impressive in a tall glass with a mint sprig and a lime wheel but takes almost no effort to pull off. Make the syrup ahead of time and keep it in a jar in the fridge so you can pour yourself a glass whenever the mood strikes.
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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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