Capsaicin Free Mint Limeade
Bright, fizzy, and deeply refreshing, this sparkling mint limeade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Fresh lime juice and a honey-mint simple syrup come together in a way that feels genuinely homemade ā because it is. The syrup is made by steeping muddled mint leaves in warm honey water, which pulls out every bit of that cool, herbal fragrance before the leaves are strained out entirely. Sparkling water gives the final pour a lively effervescence that makes it feel a little special without any extra effort. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, this is a completely worry-free sip ā no spice, no heat, no hidden pepper derivatives lurking in a store-bought mix. Garnish with a lime slice 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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