Macadamia Free Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
Fresh lime and orange juice come together with muddled mint and a touch of maple syrup to create a drink that feels genuinely special without any fuss. The muddling step is the secret — pressing the mint leaves releases their essential oils, giving the whole spritzer a bright, herbal lift that you just can't get from a bottle. Steeping the citrus-mint mixture for a few minutes before straining lets those flavors fully marry, so every sip is clean and layered rather than one-note. The sparkling water goes in last and gets only a gentle stir, keeping all that fizz intact right up until the moment you pour. It's the kind of refreshing drink that works equally well as a mocktail at a dinner party or a quiet afternoon treat on the porch. Garnished with a citrus wheel and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks far more impressive than the effort it actually takes.
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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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