Lime-Mint Spritzers
This virgin mojito is tart and sweet. Lime and mint come together in a sparkly beverage perfect for special occasions or warm summer afternoons.
Ingredients
- 8-10 large mint leaves
- 1/2 cup sugar you can add more if necessary
- 3/4 cup fresh lime juice about 7 small, juicy limes
- 1 24- ounce bottle of sparkling water like Perrier
Instructions
- Finely chop the mint leaves. Place the chopped mint leaves in a pitcher and press them with the back of a spoon to release the oils. Add the sugar and press the mint leaves and sugar together with the back of a spoon- or the handle of a large wooden spoon. Add the lime juice and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved and no longer grainy.
- Right before serving, add the sparkling water and serve immediately over ice. Garnish with lime slices and mint leaves.
Notes
Not a fan of mint? Leaving it out of this recipe will give you a nice sparkling limeade!
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