Breastfeeding Friendly Mint Limeade
Staying well-hydrated while nursing is one of those things that sounds simple but can feel surprisingly hard to keep up with when you're running on little sleep. This sparkling mint limeade makes it genuinely easy ā and honestly enjoyable ā to reach for a glass throughout the day. Fresh lime juice brings a bright, zippy flavor while the honey-mint simple syrup adds just enough sweetness without leaning on refined sugar or artificial additives. The whole drink comes together in a pitcher, so you can make a batch and keep it cold for whenever you need a refreshing pick-me-up. Sparkling water gives it a little fizz that feels like a treat, and the fresh mint adds a cooling finish that's especially welcome during warmer months. It's the kind of drink that looks beautiful on the counter and tastes like you put in way more effort than you actually did.
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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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