Red Meat Allergy Friendly Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
Bright, fizzy, and refreshingly herbal, this sparkling citrus spritzer is the kind of drink that instantly makes any occasion feel a little more special. Freshly squeezed lime and orange juice give it a vibrant, sun-ripened flavor that bottled juice simply can't match, while muddled mint adds a cool, aromatic depth that ties everything together beautifully. A touch of maple syrup sweetens the base naturally, and you can dial it up or down to suit your taste. The technique of steeping and then straining the mint means you get all that fragrant flavor without any leafy bits floating in your glass — just a clean, jewel-toned pour. Since every single ingredient here is naturally free from red meat and any animal proteins that can trigger alpha-gal concerns, there's zero guesswork involved. It's an effortless, crowd-pleasing drink that works just as well for a casual weeknight as it does for entertaining guests.
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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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