Gut Friendly Pineapple Mint Spritz
Fresh pineapple brings natural digestive enzymes to the glass, making this bright, bubbly spritz more than just a pretty drink. Mint has long been celebrated for its soothing effect on the stomach, and paired with zingy lime juice and a touch of maple syrup, it creates a flavor combination that feels genuinely refreshing rather than medicinal. The blending and straining process pulls all the good stuff from the fruit and herbs while keeping the texture silky smooth — no fibrous bits to worry about. Sparkling water gives it that satisfying fizz without any artificial sweeteners or additives that can upset a sensitive gut. It comes together in just a few minutes and looks stunning in the glass with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel on the rim. Whether you're sipping it alongside a meal or enjoying it as an afternoon pick-me-up, this is the kind of drink that makes taking care of your digestion feel like a genuine treat.
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4 servings
- 3 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about ½ medium pineapple), peeled and cored
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the pineapple chunks, mint leaves, lime juice, maple syrup, and cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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