Dairy Free Sparkling Mint-Lime Soda with Sea Salt
There is something undeniably refreshing about a homemade sparkling drink that tastes like it came from a fancy cocktail bar — and this one delivers exactly that. Fresh mint leaves are steeped in a warm honey syrup to pull out every bit of their bright, herbal flavor before being strained away, leaving behind a clean, fragrant base. Lime and lemon juice bring a punchy citrus backbone, while a pinch of fine sea salt does something almost magical, rounding out the sweetness and making every sip taste more alive. The whole thing gets topped with chilled sparkling water for a fizzy, elegant finish that feels genuinely special. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, there is nothing to swap or second-guess — just simple, wholesome components working beautifully together. Serve it over ice with a mint sprig and a lime wedge and it looks as good as it tastes, whether you are hosting guests or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
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.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!