Barley Free Mint Limeade
Bright, fizzy, and refreshingly herbal, this mint limeade is the kind of drink that instantly makes any afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh lime juice and a honey-mint simple syrup come together in a way that's far more vibrant than anything you'd pour from a bottle. The syrup is made by gently steeping muddled mint leaves in warm honey water, which pulls out every bit of that cool, fragrant flavor before it ever hits the pitcher. Sparkling water gives the whole thing a lively effervescence that makes it feel celebratory without any effort. Because every ingredient here is naturally grain-free ā no malt, no grain-based sweeteners, nothing processed through shared facilities ā it's a completely worry-free pour for anyone navigating a barley sensitivity. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint, and it looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the mint simple syrup
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp water
- Ā½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed, plus more for garnish
For the limeade
- Ā¾ cup fresh lime juice (from about 6 limes)
- 3 cups cold sparkling water
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- lime slices, for serving (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. Remove from heat.
- 2
Add the mint leaves to the warm syrup and press them gently with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until fragrant and slightly wilted. Let the mint steep for 10 minutes.
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