Paraben Free Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
Fresh lime, orange, and muddled mint come together in a drink that feels like a spa day in a glass — bright, effervescent, and just sweet enough from a touch of maple syrup. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which matters when you're trying to avoid synthetic preservatives and chemical additives that sneak into so many store-bought beverages and flavored syrups. The process is simple but intentional: bruising the mint releases its natural oils, a short steep lets those flavors bloom into the citrus base, and straining everything keeps the final drink clean and smooth. Sparkling water brings the fizz without any artificial flavoring or mystery additives, so you know exactly what's going into your glass. It's the kind of refresher that works equally well for a quiet afternoon at home or as a crowd-pleasing mocktail at a gathering. Garnish with a citrus wheel and a sprig of fresh mint, and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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