Pork Free Mint Sparkling Water
There is something genuinely refreshing about a drink made entirely from scratch, and this sparkling mint water delivers that clean, bright flavor you just cannot get from a bottle. Fresh mint leaves are steeped in a simple sugar syrup until the liquid turns a pale, fragrant green — it's a small step that makes a huge difference. A squeeze of lime juice sharpens everything up before the whole thing meets a generous pour of chilled sparkling water over ice. Every single ingredient here is naturally plant-based and straightforward, so there is absolutely nothing to second-guess when you are keeping your table free of certain meats or animal products. It comes together in under half an hour and feels far more special than the effort involved. Serve it at a backyard gathering, a weekend brunch, or just on a Tuesday afternoon when you need something that feels a little celebratory.
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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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