Pescatarian Sparkling Blueberry Mint Spritzer
Fresh blueberries muddled with mint and lime juice create a vibrant, jewel-toned base that tastes like summer in a glass. The maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the bright, citrusy notes, and the sparkling water brings a satisfying fizz that makes every sip feel a little celebratory. Straining out the solids gives you a beautifully clear, deeply colored liquid that looks stunning poured over ice in a tall glass. This is the kind of drink that disappears fast at gatherings, so you may want to double the batch before guests arrive. It comes together in just a few minutes with no special equipment beyond a muddler or a wooden spoon, making it as easy as it is impressive. The garnish of fresh mint and a lime wedge is optional, but it takes the presentation from casual to genuinely gorgeous.
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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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