Paraben Free Sparkling Blueberry Mint Spritzer
Fresh blueberries muddled with mint and a squeeze of lime make for a drink that looks like something you'd order at a rooftop bar — but comes together in minutes at home. The base is strained smooth, so every sip is clean and bright, with just the right balance of fruity sweetness from maple syrup and a citrusy zing that keeps things lively. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass is a small step that makes a real difference, keeping those bubbles intact right up until the first sip. Every ingredient here is whole and straightforward — no synthetic preservatives, no artificial flavors, nothing that raises a red flag for people keeping a close eye on what goes into their bodies. It's the kind of refresher that works equally well for a lazy summer afternoon or as a crowd-pleasing mocktail at a dinner party. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a wedge of lime, and it's genuinely beautiful without any extra effort.
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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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