Lactose Free Sparkling Kiwi Lime Spritzer
This vibrant, fruit-forward spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — whether it's a backyard gathering or a quiet afternoon on the porch. Ripe kiwis get muddled down into a lush pulp, then combined with fresh lime juice and a maple-lime syrup for a base that's bright, tangy, and just sweet enough. Straining everything through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky, jewel-toned concentrate that looks stunning the moment it hits the ice. Topping it off with chilled sparkling water adds that satisfying fizz without any dairy or hidden additives to worry about — every single ingredient here is naturally free of lactose. The maple syrup brings a gentle depth that plain sugar just can't match, and the lime zest in the syrup ties the whole thing together with an aromatic punch. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint and you've got something that looks like it came from a craft cocktail bar.
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4 servings
- 4 ripe kiwis, peeled and sliced into rounds
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 4 lime wheels, for serving (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup fully dissolves, about 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the lime zest. Set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- 2
Place the kiwi slices in a pitcher or large measuring cup and muddle firmly with a muddler or the back of a fork until the fruit is broken down into a rough pulp.
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