Carrageenan Free Sparkling Pineapple Mint Water
Bright, tropical, and endlessly refreshing, this sparkling pineapple mint water is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting poolside even on an ordinary Tuesday. Fresh pineapple chunks and bruised mint leaves steep in cold water until the whole pitcher smells like a tropical breeze, then chilled sparkling water is added at the last moment to keep every sip lively and effervescent. Many flavored sparkling waters and store-bought fruit drinks sneak in additives and thickeners — carrageenan included — so making your own at home is genuinely the easiest way to know exactly what's in your glass. The technique here is simple but smart: bruising the mint releases its oils without any muddling mess, and a gentle final stir protects the bubbles so the drink stays fizzy all the way to the bottom of the glass. It's naturally sweet from real fruit, completely free of anything artificial, and pretty enough to serve at a brunch or dinner party with a pineapple slice and a sprig of mint tucked over the rim.
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4 servings
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 4 thin pineapple slices, for serving (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Lightly bruise the mint leaves by pressing them firmly between your palms a few times, until fragrant.
- 2
Add the pineapple chunks and bruised mint leaves to a large pitcher. Pour in the cold water and stir briefly to combine.
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