Seed Oil Free Sparkling Mint Citrus Spritzer
This bright, bubbly spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — no bar cart required. Fresh lime and orange juice bring a natural tartness that's balanced beautifully by maple syrup, while muddled mint adds an herbal lift that makes every sip feel genuinely refreshing. Because the sweetness comes entirely from maple syrup rather than processed syrups or refined sugars, you're skipping the industrial seed oils and mystery additives that sneak into so many store-bought mixers and flavored sodas. The technique here is simple but makes a real difference — bruising the mint first, then letting it steep in the citrus base, pulls out far more flavor than just tossing in a few leaves. A quick strain keeps the drink clean and elegant, and folding in the sparkling water at the end preserves every last bubble. Garnished with a fresh citrus slice and a sprig of mint, it's genuinely beautiful in the glass and just as good as it looks.
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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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