Hazelnut Free Sparkling Blueberry Mint Spritzer
Fresh blueberries, bright lime juice, and a handful of mint come together in a drink that looks like something from a fancy cocktail bar but takes almost no effort to pull off. Muddling the fruit and herbs together releases deep berry color and a fragrant, cooling aroma before everything gets strained into a clean, jewel-toned base. Maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the natural tartness of the lime, and the sparkling water keeps every sip light and effervescent. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there is no label-reading stress or substitution gymnastics required — just straightforward, beautiful produce. It is the kind of drink that impresses guests at a summer gathering or makes a quiet afternoon feel a little more special. Serve it immediately over ice with a mint sprig and lime wedge for a presentation that genuinely earns its compliments.
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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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