Tree Nut Free Mint & Lime Sparkling Water
Bright, herby, and just the right amount of sweet, this sparkling drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. The real star is a quick honey-mint syrup that comes together in minutes on the stovetop — fresh mint leaves are steeped right in the warm honey-water mixture until the syrup turns fragrant and a gorgeous pale green. Fresh lime juice adds a zippy citrus punch that balances the floral sweetness perfectly. Everything here is naturally free from tree nuts, with zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden allergens — just clean, simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. A pour of chilled sparkling water over ice brings it all together into something that feels genuinely refreshing and a little fancy without any real effort. Adjust the syrup and lime to your own taste, and don't skip the fresh mint sprig garnish — it makes the whole glass look like it came from a nice café.
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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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