Yeast Free Sparkling Lemonade Berry Spritz
Fresh strawberries muddled down to a deeply red, fragrant base make this spritz feel far more special than anything you'd pour from a bottle. Bright lemon juice and a touch of maple syrup bring a natural sweetness that's balanced and refreshing without tipping into cloying territory. The whole thing gets strained smooth, so you're left with a beautifully clear, jewel-toned drink that looks stunning in the glass. Sparkling water folded in at the end keeps every sip lively and effervescent — no fermentation, no added yeast, just clean bubbles doing their thing. For anyone navigating yeast sensitivities, finding a festive, crowd-pleasing drink that doesn't rely on kombucha, beer, or fermented mixers can feel limiting, but this one delivers all the celebration with none of the concern. A sprig of mint and a few strawberry halves on the rim make it feel like something you'd order at a rooftop bar, even if you're just standing in your own kitchen.
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4 servings
- 24 medium strawberries, hulled and halved
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup cold water
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 8 fresh mint leaves (optional)
For serving
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- 4 strawberries, halved, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the hulled strawberries in a large pitcher or the base of a cocktail shaker. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the back of a fork until the berries are fully broken down and deeply red, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the lemon juice, maple syrup, and cold water to the muddled strawberries. Stir or shake vigorously until the maple syrup is fully dissolved and the mixture is uniform in color.
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