Xanthan Gum Free Strawberry Lime Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and naturally fizzy, this strawberry lime mocktail is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy cocktail bar but comes together in minutes with nothing but fresh fruit and pantry staples. Muddling real strawberries with lime juice and maple syrup creates a deeply vibrant base that no artificial mix could ever replicate. The whole recipe is completely free of any thickeners or stabilizers — just pure fruit, citrus, and bubbles doing all the work. Straining out the solids gives you a beautifully smooth, jewel-toned liquid that pours clean and clear over ice. A slow pour of chilled sparkling water keeps every sip effervescent, and a sprig of fresh mint or a lime wheel on the rim makes it feel genuinely special. It's a perfect option for anyone who wants a crowd-pleasing, celebratory drink without scanning labels for hidden additives.
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2 servings
- 16 medium fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 4 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 1 cup ice cubes, divided
- 1 ½ cups plain sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- 2 lime wheels or wedges (optional)
- 2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the strawberries, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt in the bottom of a large measuring cup or pitcher. Muddle firmly with a cocktail muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the strawberries are fully broken down and deeply red, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl or large measuring cup and pour the muddled mixture through it, pressing on the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
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