Chestnut Free Mint Sparkling Water
Fresh mint steeped in a quick simple syrup is the secret to a sparkling drink that tastes genuinely bright and herbaceous — nothing like the artificial mint flavor you get from store-bought sodas. The syrup comes together in minutes on the stovetop, and a short steep lets the leaves release their natural oils into the liquid before you strain them out. A splash of fresh lime juice adds just enough citrus edge to balance the sweetness and make every sip feel crisp and lively. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive in a glass with ice and a sprig of mint but requires almost no effort to pull off. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's zero guesswork about what's in your glass. Serve it at a summer gathering, alongside a spicy meal, or just as a midday refresher — it works beautifully in any context.
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4 servings
For the mint syrup
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 4 cups sparkling water, chilled
- ice cubes, as needed
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat, add the mint leaves, and press them gently with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until bruised and fragrant. Let the syrup steep for 15 minutes, until the liquid is pale green and noticeably minty.
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