Vegan Sparkling Kiwi Lime Spritzer
Bright, tangy, and absolutely refreshing, this sparkling kiwi lime spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special. Ripe kiwis get muddled down into a lush pulp, then combined with fresh lime juice and a quick maple-lime syrup for a base that's fruity without being cloying. Maple syrup does the sweetening here — no honey, no refined sugar syrups with mystery additives — so it's completely plant-based from start to finish. Straining the muddled kiwi through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky, jewel-toned liquid that looks stunning poured over ice. Top it with chilled sparkling water and you get that satisfying fizz in every sip. A lime wheel and fresh mint sprig take it from casual to genuinely impressive with almost zero extra effort. Whether you're serving it at a summer gathering or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this one delivers serious flavor with nothing but whole, simple ingredients.
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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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