Carrageenan Free Sparkling Blueberry Mint Spritzer
Fresh blueberries, muddled mint, a squeeze of lime, and a splash of sparkling water — this spritzer is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy brunch spot but comes together in minutes at home. The deep violet hue alone is enough to make everyone at the table ask what's in it. Many store-bought sparkling beverages and flavored drinks sneak in thickeners and stabilizers that can be a real concern for anyone avoiding certain additives, but every ingredient here is straightforward and whole. Maple syrup brings a gentle sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of fresh lime juice, while the muddling step coaxes out every bit of flavor from the berries and mint before straining everything clean. The result is a crystal-clear, jewel-toned base that you pour over ice and top with chilled sparkling water for maximum fizz. It's refreshing, naturally flavored, and completely free of anything you'd need to second-guess on a label.
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4 servings
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra sprigs for garnish
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1–2 limes)
- ½ cup cold water
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
- 4 lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, mint leaves, maple syrup, lime juice, and cold water in a pitcher. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until the blueberries are fully crushed and the mint is bruised and fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large measuring cup or bowl and pour the muddled mixture through it, pressing the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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