Caffeine Free Vegan Pomegranate Lemonade with Lime Zest

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.5

(8)

Caffeine Free Vegan Pomegranate Lemonade with Lime Zest

Tart, jewel-toned, and fizzing with fresh citrus energy, this sparkling drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long. A homemade lime-agave syrup is the secret weapon here — simmering agave with fresh lime zest for a few minutes creates a fragrant, floral base that store-bought mixers simply can't touch. Fresh-squeezed lemon juice and 100% pomegranate juice bring bold, layered flavor without any artificial additives or hidden stimulants to worry about. The whole thing comes together in a single pitcher, finished with cold sparkling water stirred in gently so every glass stays beautifully bubbly. Garnished with pomegranate arils and lime slices, it looks stunning on a table without any extra effort. Whether you're avoiding caffeine for health reasons, pregnancy, or just personal preference, this is proof that your drink options are anything but boring.

About Fig

Fig 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

4 servings

For the lime-agave simple syrup

½ cup water
⅓ cup agave nectar
1 tbsp lime zest (from about 2 limes)

For the lemonade

¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
1 cup 100% pomegranate juice
2 cups cold sparkling water
2 cups ice cubes

For serving

lime slices, for serving (optional)
pomegranate arils, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the water, agave nectar, and lime zest in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the agave fully dissolves, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup steep for 15 minutes, until fragrant and slightly cooled.
2
Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing the zest lightly to extract flavor. Discard the zest solids.

Want the full recipe?

Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!