Breastfeeding Friendly Sparkling Mint-Lime Soda with Sea Salt
There is something genuinely refreshing about a homemade sparkling drink that feels special without relying on anything you'd need to second-guess while nursing. This bright, bubbly soda layers fresh lime and lemon juice with a honey-mint syrup and just a pinch of sea salt for a flavor combination that's lively, a little sophisticated, and completely satisfying. The honey syrup is made from scratch in minutes — just warm water, honey, and fresh mint steeped until fragrant — so you know exactly what's going into every sip. Staying well-hydrated is one of those things that's easy to let slip during a busy day, and having a drink this good waiting in the glass makes it a lot easier to keep up with. The sea salt adds a subtle depth that makes the citrus pop without tipping the whole thing into sweetness. It comes together quickly, serves two, and feels like a genuine treat rather than a compromise.
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2 servings
For the mint syrup
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed, plus extra sprigs for serving
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
For the drink
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 cups plain sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
- 2 lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey fully dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add the 1/4 cup mint leaves, and stir to submerge them.
- 2
Let the mint steep in the warm syrup for 10 minutes, then pour through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or jar, pressing the leaves gently to extract their flavor. Discard the spent mint. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
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