Yeast Free Mint & Lime Sparkling Water
Bright, herby, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. A quick honey-and-mint syrup is the secret — just a few minutes on the stove, a short steep, and you've got something that tastes far more special than anything from a bottle. Fresh lime juice adds a zippy tartness that plays beautifully against the floral sweetness of the honey, and the chilled sparkling water ties it all together with a satisfying fizz. Because the syrup is made entirely from honey, water, and fresh mint, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden fermented ingredients or additives that can sneak into commercial flavored drinks and syrups. Adjusting the sweetness is easy — just dial the syrup up or down to suit your taste before topping with the sparkling water. Served over ice with a fresh mint sprig and a curl of lime, it looks like something from a fancy café but comes together in under twenty minutes.
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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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