Lupin Free Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
Fresh lime and orange juice come together with muddled mint and a touch of maple syrup for a drink that feels genuinely refreshing — bright, lightly sweet, and fizzy in all the right ways. The process of bruising the mint first is a small step that makes a big difference, releasing those aromatic oils so every sip carries a clean herbal note alongside the citrus. Steeping the mixture before straining it means the flavors have time to meld beautifully, and the result is a spritzer that tastes far more considered than the effort involved. Chilled sparkling water is stirred in gently at the end to keep the bubbles lively, so you get that satisfying effervescence right through to the last glass. Every ingredient here is naturally straightforward — fresh fruit, herbs, a natural sweetener, and water — so there's nothing hidden to second-guess. It's an ideal drink for warm afternoons, casual entertaining, or any time you want something that looks and tastes a little special without any fuss.
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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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