Nitrate & Nitrite Free Mint Sparkling Water
There is something genuinely refreshing about a drink this clean and bright, especially when you know exactly what went into it. Fresh mint leaves are steeped in a simple homemade syrup, giving the whole thing a cool, herbal sweetness that no bottled mixer can quite replicate. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds just enough tartness to balance the sugar, and chilled sparkling water brings the fizz without any of the artificial additives or preservatives that sneak into so many commercial flavored waters. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you never have to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in the fine print. The result is a gorgeous, pale green drink that looks as good as it tastes — perfect over a big glass of ice on a warm afternoon. It also scales up beautifully if you want to serve a crowd, since the mint syrup can be made ahead and kept in the fridge until you're ready to pour.
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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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