Easy Refreshing Spritzer Recipe for the Best Light Sparkling Drink
A light, sparkling drink combining fresh citrus, natural sweetener, and sparkling water for a refreshing and easy-to-make beverage perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water per serving
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice per serving
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice per serving
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey or agave syrup per serving
- Ice cubes as needed
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Optional fresh fruit slices (lemons, limes, cucumber rounds)
Instructions
- Juice 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of fresh lemon juice and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of fresh lime juice into a mixing glass or pitcher.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of honey or agave syrup until completely dissolved.
- Fill a serving glass with ice cubes to chill.
- Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of sparkling water over the ice slowly to keep the fizz.
- Slowly pour the citrus and sweetener mixture over the sparkling water and gently stir once or twice to combine without flattening the bubbles.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and thin slices of lemon or lime. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed citrus juice for best flavor. Stir gently to preserve bubbles. Keep sparkling water and glasses chilled. Optionally zest lemon or lime for more intense flavor. Store citrus-sweetener mix in fridge up to 2 days; add sparkling water and ice just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8 oz)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 13
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