Xanthan Gum Free Sparkling Kiwi Lime Spritzer
Bright, tropical, and endlessly refreshing, this sparkling kiwi lime spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a celebration. Ripe kiwis are muddled down to a lush pulp, then combined with fresh lime juice and a quick maple syrup simple syrup that brings just the right touch of sweetness without any processed additives. The whole base gets strained smooth before sparkling water is poured over ice, so every sip is clean, vibrant, and beautifully effervescent. Many store-bought flavored sparkling drinks and cocktail mixers sneak in thickeners or stabilizers that can be a real problem for anyone avoiding xanthan gum — this one is made entirely from whole fruit, citrus, and pantry staples, so there's nothing hidden to worry about. The lime zest stirred into the syrup while it's still warm is a small step that makes a genuinely big difference, adding a fragrant depth that goes well beyond plain citrus juice. Garnished with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks stunning in a tall glass and tastes even better than it looks.
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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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