Low Sodium Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
Fresh lime and orange juice come together here in the most refreshing way, brightened by muddled mint and just enough maple syrup to round out the tartness. The whole thing gets a lift from chilled sparkling water, making it feel festive and a little fancy without any complicated technique. Because every drop of flavor comes from real fruit, fresh herbs, and a natural sweetener, there's zero need to reach for a flavored mix or a bottled soda loaded with sodium you didn't ask for. Muddling the mint first is the secret move — bruising the leaves releases their essential oils so the flavor actually infuses into the citrus base rather than just floating on top. A quick strain keeps the drink clean and smooth, and a gentle final stir preserves all that beautiful fizz. Dress each glass with a citrus wheel and a sprig of mint and it looks like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a rooftop bar.
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4 servings
- ½ cup fresh lime juice (from about 4 limes)
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 thin orange or lime slices, for serving (optional)
- 4 small fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the mint leaves to a pitcher. Use a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to press and twist the mint firmly against the bottom of the pitcher about 8–10 times, until the leaves are bruised and fragrant.
- 2
Pour the lime juice, orange juice, and maple syrup over the muddled mint. Stir until the maple syrup is fully dissolved, about 30 seconds.
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