Vegetarian Sparkling Blueberry Mint Spritzer
Fresh blueberries, bright lime, and fragrant mint come together in a drink that looks like something from a fancy brunch menu but comes together in minutes with zero fuss. Muddling the fruit and herbs releases every bit of color and flavor before straining the mixture into a clean, jewel-toned base — the result is a deep violet liquid that's as gorgeous as it is refreshing. Maple syrup adds just enough natural sweetness without any refined sugar, and the slow pour of chilled sparkling water keeps those bubbles alive right up until the first sip. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's nothing to second-guess or swap out. Served over ice with a mint sprig and a wedge of lime, it's the kind of drink that makes guests think you put in way more effort than you actually did. Make the blueberry-mint base ahead of time and keep it in the fridge, then top with sparkling water to order for effortless entertaining.
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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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