MSG Free Mint Limeade
Bright, fizzy, and impossibly refreshing, this mint limeade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel like a celebration. The base is a honey-sweetened mint simple syrup made by steeping fresh leaves in warm liquid until they release their cool, herbal fragrance ā no artificial flavor packets or mystery additives in sight. Fresh lime juice brings a sharp, citrusy punch that balances the floral sweetness of the honey perfectly. Sparkling water gives the whole thing a lively effervescence that makes it feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Bottled drinks and flavored sodas are notorious for sneaking in glutamate-based flavor enhancers, so making your own from scratch is genuinely the smartest move. Every single ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means you can sip without second-guessing the label. 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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