Rice Free Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
This spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — bright, bubbly, and refreshingly herbal without a drop of anything artificial. Fresh lime and orange juice bring a lively citrus punch, while muddled mint adds that cool, aromatic depth you just can't get from a bottle. Maple syrup ties it all together with a gentle sweetness that's easy to dial up or down to your taste. The technique here is simple but thoughtful — steeping the bruised mint in the citrus base before straining it out means you get all the flavor with none of the leafy bits floating in your glass. It's naturally free of grains and starches, so it fits effortlessly into a rice-free lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds needed. Serve it over ice 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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